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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Extends the statute of limitations for offenses based on misconduct in office by a public servant to allow prosecution at any time during the defendant's period of public service and up to ten years thereafter.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to extend the time limit for prosecuting public servants for misconduct in office, meaning that charges can now be brought at any point during a public servant's tenure and for up to ten years after they leave public service, a significant increase from the previous two-year limit. This change aims to provide more time to investigate and prosecute offenses related to a public servant's actions while in their official capacity.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Judiciary Hearing (10:45:00 2/25/2026 Conference Room 016 & Videoconference) (on 02/25/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2830&year=2026 |
| SB2830_TESTIMONY_JDC_02-18-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SB2830_TESTIMONY_JDC_02-18-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2830_.HTM |
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