HRS §321-495

Fines for running a day care center without a license

If you run a day care center for disabled or aged people without a license from the department, you can be cited and fined. The court decides the fine, but it cannot be more than $5,000.

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The statute, as written — Penalty

Any individual, organization, or agency operating a day care center for disabled or aged persons without a license from the department shall be cited and fined an amount deemed to be appropriate by the court, but not to exceed a maximum of $5,000.

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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