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This concurrent resolution requests the Judiciary to establish a comprehensive working group to evaluate the effectiveness of existing laws related to domestic violence temporary restraining orders (TROs), protective orders, and stalking harassment. The working group would include representatives from law enforcement agencies, prosecutors' offices, legal organizations, victim advocacy groups, and individual victims from each of Hawaii's counties. The study aims to analyze the issuance and enforcement of protective orders, examine law enforcement and judicial responses to order violations, and investigate prosecution of stalking harassment cases. The resolution seeks to incorporate data from multiple stakeholders, including law enforcement, victim services providers, legal practitioners, and individuals who have sought protection orders. The Judiciary is requested to submit a detailed report with findings and potential legislative recommendations to the Legislature by late 2026, with the working group expected to dissolve on December 31, 2026. The ultimate goal is to identify potential improvements in legal mechanisms to better protect victims of domestic violence and harassment, recognizing these issues as serious public safety concerns that require careful examination and potential legislative action.

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