Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SR208

Introduced

3/10/23

Refer

3/15/23

Caption

Requesting The Judiciary To Conduct A Study Of The Potential Impacts Of A Bill That Would Authorize Probationary Terms Of Geographic Restriction For Certain Misdemeanants.

Impact

The bill's proposed provisions are expected to create a legal framework wherein repeat offenders could be subject to geographical limitations as part of their sentencing. This measure is aimed at potentially enhancing public safety by discouraging repeat offences in specific high-impact areas. The study requested by SR208 will examine the fiscal implications for various stakeholders including the Judiciary, county prosecutors, and public defenders, and assess whether such geographic restrictions could contribute to a decrease in crime rates.

Summary

Senate Resolution 208 (SR208) of the Thirty-Second Legislature of Hawaii calls for the Judiciary to conduct a comprehensive study on the implications of a proposed legislative measure (Senate Bill No. 619). This bill aims to authorize the imposition of probationary terms with geographic restrictions for individuals convicted of certain misdemeanors, particularly those having two previous misdemeanor convictions within designated areas, including Ewa Beach, Kapolei, and Waianae. The initiative arises due to concerns over crime rates and public safety in these locales, which have seen a rise in misdemeanor offenses.

Contention

There may be points of contention regarding the efficacy and fairness of implementing geographic restrictions as a form of probation. Critics may argue that such limitations could disproportionately affect certain populations and raise constitutional concerns regarding freedom of movement. Moreover, questions remain about the actual impact on recidivism rates, suggesting a need for a nuanced analysis by the Judiciary. The upcoming report is anticipated to address these critical issues as it seeks to generate informed discourse on the future of probationary terms in the context of Hawaii's criminal justice system.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

HI HCR78

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HI HR63

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HI HCR104

Requesting The Department Of The Attorney General To Conduct A Study Evaluating The Feasibility Of Creating A Domestic Violence Registry That Would Be Used Similarly To The Sex Offender Registry.

HI HR85

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HI SR30

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HI SR12

Requesting The University Of Hawaii Economic Research Organization To Conduct A Study On Scope One, Two, And Three Greenhouse Gas Emissions.

HI SR139

Requesting The Department Of Transportation To Conduct A Study On The Feasibility Of Bringing Other Airlines To The Molokai Airport.

HI SR40

Requesting The Board Of Agriculture To Conduct A Study On The Percentages Of Agricultural Lands Being Leased By The State That Are Suitable For Farming And Actively Being Used For Farming Purposes And Certain Dollar Amounts Relating To Lease Transfers.

HI HCR152

Urging The Hawaii Tourism Authority, In Consultation With The Office Of Enterprise Technology Services, To Conduct A Study On The Social And Safety Impacts Of Geotagging.

HI SR161

Requesting The Department Of Business, Economic Development, And Tourism To Convene A Sports Wagering Working Group To Conduct A Comprehensive Analysis Of The Potential Legalization And Regulation Of Online Sports Wagering In Hawaii.