ROH §34-18.2
Permits needed for public video amusement devices
Read the official text at honolulu.gov ↗You must get a permit before putting a video amusement device where the public can use it. Operating without a permit is against the law. Other electronic or mechanical amusement devices do not need permits.
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The ordinance, as written (Honolulu County) — Permits required
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.
(a) It is unlawful for any person to display or operate for use or play any video amusement device in locations available to the public, unless the required permits have been obtained, and the use or operation of the video amusement device complies with this article.
(b) Other electronic amusement devices, including mechanical amusement devices, do not require permits.
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