Criminal Justice (Probation & Parole)

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1261: RELATING TO CRIME.

Specifies that the penalty for sex trafficking shall be payment of a fine of no less than $200,000 but no more than $500,000, and a definite term of imprisonment of up to 20 years without the possibility of a suspended sentence, probation, or parole. Provides that consent to sexual conduct is not a defense. Defines "sexual conduct". Specifies that a minor who commits an offense under section 712-1207(1)(a), HRS, shall be guilty of a violation instead of a petty misdemeanor. Provides that a person who reports that the person is a victim of sex trafficking shall not be subject to criminal liability for an offense involving sex trafficking or prostitution. Increases the penalties for commercial sexual exploitation of a minor. Requires DHS to implement services and programs for survivors and training for law enforcement. Appropriates funds. Requires annual report.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeImposes mandatory 20-year sentences without parole for sex trafficking, removes consent defense, and increases fines - aligns with stricter sentencing policies opposing reform.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking Law Enforcement Probation & Parole

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 896: RELATING TO SEXUAL OFFENSES.

Provides for a sentence of death or life imprisonment without possibility of parole upon a conviction for sex trafficking. Requires a separate sentencing proceeding by a jury, except if waived by the defendant, for a conviction for sex trafficking. Makes commercial sexual exploitation a class A felony. Makes conforming amendments.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeMandates death penalty or life without parole for sex trafficking, increasing mandatory sentences and expanding criminalization.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking Probation & Parole Sentencing

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passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SB 3142: RELATING TO DANGEROUS INTOXICATION.

Establishes the offenses of dangerous intoxication and habitual dangerous intoxication. Provides for civil protective custody and transport for emergency examination in lieu of arrest for dangerous intoxication in specified circumstances, and bars prosecution when civil protective custody is used. Requires probation with mandatory treatment for habitual dangerous intoxication, with incarceration only upon probation violation. Makes conforming amendments to chapter 334, HRS, relating to admission to psychiatric facilities and assisted community treatment. Delays implementation by one year. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeReplaces arrest with civil protective custody and mandates treatment over incarceration for habitual cases, promoting rehabilitation and reducing criminalization.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 778: RELATING TO SENTENCING.

SB 778 prohibits judges from sentencing defendants classified as "emerging adults" (typically young adults aged 18-25) to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. This bill directly affects young adults who are tried and convicted as adults for crimes committed while in this age range. The key provision removes life without parole as a sentencing option for these individuals, requiring judges to consider alternatives like prison terms with the possibility of parole. The bill focuses on changing sentencing practices for a specific age group within the adult criminal justice system.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRemoves life without parole for emerging adults, promoting rehabilitation over harsh sentencing per criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Probation & Parole Sentencing

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 18, 2026

SB 3107: RELATING TO PAROLE ELIGIBILITY.

Amends section 353-64, HRS, to include participation in correctional programs for parole eligibility: (1) treatment (substance abuse, mental health, sex offender); (2) work furlough as part of vocational education; and (3) other programs designed to assist the committed person with successful reintegration back into the community; all of which are in the scope of programs determined by Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation's Receiving and Diagnostic (RAD) assessments and recommended for parole eligibility. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands parole eligibility via rehabilitation programs (treatment, vocational), reducing recidivism and supporting reintegration per HRS 353-64 amendments.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill requires participation in mental health and substance abuse treatment programs for parole eligibility, directly supporting access to these healthcare services within correctional system reintegration.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole Mental Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 2044: RELATING TO OFFENDER REENTRY.

Expands programming and training for the comprehensive offender reentry program under the department of corrections and rehabilitation to reduce the rate of recidivism and increase inmate marketability. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for offender reentry programs, directly allocating budget resources to fund essential correctional services.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpands offender reentry programs to reduce recidivism, directly aligning with criminal justice reform goals and funding rehabilitation initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 433: RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY.

Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to submit an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds to the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for reentry services to connect offenders with community-based services. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds reentry services to connect offenders with community resources, directly supporting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism per criminal justice reform indicators.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole Tags Public Safety

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 911: RELATING TO OFFENDER REENTRY PROGRAMS.

Expands programming and training for the comprehensive offender reentry program under the department of corrections and rehabilitation to reduce the rate of recidivism and increase inmate marketability. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpands reentry programs to reduce recidivism and appropriates funds, directly advancing criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 481: RELATING TO OFFENDER REENTRY.

Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to issue a certificate of suitability for employment. Requires the Department to collaborate with state and federal agencies and private employers to educate stakeholders on the certification. Appropriate funds.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires offender employment certification and reentry collaboration, directly reducing recidivism through rehabilitation support - core criminal justice reform.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates employment certification for offenders, reducing barriers to workforce reentry. Supports employment standards by facilitating job access for a group facing systemic employment challenges.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole Professional Licensing

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1263: RELATING TO CORRECTIONS.

HB 1263 establishes a Rehabilitation and Re-entry Services Task Force to develop programs helping people transition back into communities after prison. The bill directly affects incarcerated individuals and state correctional systems by requiring the task force to create and report on re-entry strategies to the Legislature. Key provisions include appropriating state funds for the task force's work and mandating annual reports to lawmakers. The bill would take effect on July 1, 3000, though this date appears to be a placeholder error in the abstract.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes task force for re-entry programs, funds rehabilitation, mandates reports - directly advances criminal justice reform by reducing recidivism.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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