HRS §605-17

Breaking these rules is a crime

If someone breaks the rules in sections 605-14 to 605-16, they commit a misdemeanor. This means they can be punished by law. The section only sets the penalty and does not explain the rules themselves.

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The statute, as written — Penalties

Any person violating sections 605-14 to 605-16 shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

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

Sections this one refers to

§605-14 Practicing law without a license is illegal

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