HRS §712A-17

Time limit for starting forfeiture cases

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This section sets the deadline for starting a forfeiture case. It says the case can be started any time within the same time limit that applies to starting a criminal case for the related offense. This overrides other rules about time limits.

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The statute, as written — Limitation of actions

A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, forfeiture proceedings under this chapter may be commenced at any time within the period in which a criminal proceeding may be instituted for a covered offense pursuant to section 701-108.

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

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