ROH §34-18.1
Definitions for amusement device rules
Read the official text at honolulu.gov ↗This section explains the meanings of words used in the amusement device rules. It defines terms like video games, locations, and who is in charge. It also refers to state law for some definitions.
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The ordinance, as written (Honolulu County) — Definitions
A copy, taken August 22, 2026. The version published by Honolulu is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.
For the purposes of this article, the following definitions apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning:
Available to the Public. Open to an individual granted entry or admission to physically enter a premises or participate in an activity.
Chief of Police or Police Chief. The chief of police of the Honolulu police department or the police chief’s designee.
Department. The Honolulu police department.
Electronic Amusement Device. Any electronic amusement device, including mechanical devices or video amusement devices, requiring the insertion of money, tokens, credits, or other valuable consideration.
Gambling. Has the same definition as defined in HRS § 712-1220.
Location. Any business establishment, public or private club, association, or any other site where a video amusement device is displayed or operated for use or play.
Mechanical Amusement Device. A non-digital electronic amusement device involving mechanical or manual play mechanisms. Mechanical amusement devices include but are not limited to games such as pinball, mechanical grab machines, and pool tables.
Operator. Any person in substantial proprietary control or other authoritative control over the location.
Person. Has the same meaning as defined in § 1-4.1 .
Premises. Has the same meaning as defined in HRS § 708-800.
Property. Has the same meaning as defined in HRS § 708-800.
Video Amusement Device. A digital electronic amusement device that offers video or graphic-based gameplay through electronic or digital means. Video amusement devices include but are not limited to video games, virtual reality simulators, and dance or motion games. Video amusement device excludes music devices and vending machines.
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