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HRS §832-17

What happens if the accused is not arrested in time

If the person wanted by another state is not arrested by the deadline in the warrant or bond, a judge can let them go, hold them for up to 60 more days, or set a new bond for up to 60 more days. The judge decides what to do.

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The statute, as written — Extension of time of commitment; adjournment

If the accused is not arrested under warrant of the governor by the expiration of the time specified in the warrant or bond, a judge may discharge the accused or may recommit the accused for a further period not to exceed sixty days, or a judge may again take bail for the accused's appearance and surrender, as provided in section 832-16, but within a period not to exceed sixty days after the date of new bond.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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§832-16 When a judge can set bail for a fugitive

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