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HRS §701-114

Proof beyond a reasonable doubt

This section says what the government must prove to convict someone of a crime. It must prove every part of the crime, the required mental state, and facts about location and timing. If it doesn't, the person is presumed innocent.

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The statute, as written — Proof beyond a reasonable doubt

(1) Except as otherwise provided in section 701-115, no person may be convicted of an offense unless the following are proved beyond a reasonable doubt: (a) Each element of the offense; (b) The state of mind required to establish each element of the offense; (c) Facts establishing jurisdiction; (d) Facts establishing venue; and (e) Facts establishing that the offense was committed within the time period specified in section 701-108. (2) In the absence of the proof required by subsection (1), the innocence of the defendant is presumed.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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§701-115 How criminal defenses work in court

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