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HRS §832-18

What happens if a person out on bail does not show up

If someone out on bail misses their required court appearance, the judge can take away the bail bond and order that person arrested right away without a warrant. The state can then try to collect the money from the bond, just like with other criminal bonds.

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The statute, as written — Forfeiture of bail

If the prisoner is admitted to bail, and fails to appear and surrender oneself according to the conditions of the prisoner's bond, the judge, by proper order, shall declare the bond forfeited and order the prisoner's immediate arrest without warrant if the prisoner be within this State. Recovery may be had on the bond in the name of the State as in the case of other bonds given by the accused in criminal proceedings within this State.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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