KCC §16-3A.1
Police can redirect traffic onto private property during emergencies
Read the official text at ecode360.com ↗This law lets the police chief send cars and people onto private land during an emergency, like a natural disaster, hazardous spill, or bad accident. The goal is to keep everyone safe and keep traffic moving when roads are blocked.
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The ordinance, as written (Kauaʻi County) — Purpose
A copy, taken August 22, 2026. The version published by Kauaʻi County is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.
In the interest of protecting the health, life and property, and preserving the order and security of the County and its inhabitants, this Article authorizes the Chief of Police to direct vehicles and pedestrians onto and through private real property during an emergency. It is intended to allow the redirection of vehicular and pedestrian traffic onto private property in the event of traffic obstructions which result from natural disasters, hazardous material spills and traffic accidents.
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