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HRS §705-502

How a failed crime is graded

If you try to commit a crime but don't complete it, the attempt is treated as seriously as the most serious crime you tried to commit. This section sets the rule for how attempts are classified.

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The statute, as written — Grading of criminal attempt

An attempt to commit a crime is an offense of the same class and grade as the most serious offense which is attempted.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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