Bill > SB3074

This bill mandates that the Judiciary must contract with a collection agency or a licensed attorney to recover unpaid court-ordered payments, including fees, fines, sanctions, and court costs, and clarifies that any costs associated with this collection will be added to the amount owed. It also allows courts to set specific payment timelines or installment plans for fines, fees, and restitution, and requires defendants to explain why they have failed to make these payments if they default. Furthermore, the bill modifies how courts handle non-payment, particularly concerning restitution, by requiring proof of compliance hearings and outlining procedures for when a defendant fails to meet their payment obligations, including the possibility of imprisonment for intentional non-payment. Finally, it updates rules regarding the confidentiality of adult probation records, specifying that certain information, including contact details and payment compliance records, can be shared with collection agencies and licensed attorneys hired by the judiciary.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=3074&year=2026