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This bill mandates immediate towing of motor vehicles under three specific conditions: when a vehicle is not properly registered, lacks a valid safety inspection sticker, or is parked in violation of any state traffic law. The legislation aims to address persistent problems with unregistered, uninspected, or illegally parked vehicles in Hawaii, which the legislature argues can block residents' access and occupy limited parking spaces. The bill requires both the Department of Transportation and county police departments to enforce this new towing requirement, effectively removing any discretion in handling such vehicles. The bill's purpose is to quickly remove vehicles that are not in compliance with state regulations, with the goal of improving parking availability and ensuring that residents follow motor vehicle laws. The new provisions will be added to Chapter 291C of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, and the act will take effect immediately upon approval. Importantly, the bill specifies that it does not affect any rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that existed before its effective date.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=616&year=2025