Haw. Rev. Stat. § 368F § 368F-4
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(a) A landlord that violates any provisions of this chapter may be subject to a civil penalty in an amount not to exceed $2,000 if determined by the court to have violated this chapter for the first time within one year of the occurrence of the alleged violation. (b) The court may impose a $2,500 penalty against a landlord for any subsequent violation of this chapter by the landlord. (c) The court may also order any injunctive or other equitable relief as it deems proper. (d) No landlord shall be fined more than once for the same violation under this section. (e) No party shall be awarded attorney's fees or costs in any action under this section. (f) All fines collected under this section shall be deposited into [the] general fund. [L 2022, c 310, pt of §2]
Hawaii Revised Statutes § 368F-4 establishes a civil penalty framework for landlords who violate Chapter 368F. A first-time violation within one year of the alleged occurrence can result in a court-imposed penalty of up to $2,000, while any subsequent violation may carry a $2,500 penalty. Courts may also grant injunctive or other equitable relief, though no attorney's fees or costs are awarded to either party, and no landlord may be fined more than once for the same violation.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Haw. Rev. Stat. § 368F-4, operators who comply with all provisions of Chapter 368F avoid exposure to civil penalties that a court can impose—up to $2,000 for a first violation and $2,500 for subsequent ones. Compliant landlords generally maintain thorough records of their practices under Chapter 368F so they can demonstrate adherence if a dispute arises. Because courts can also order injunctive or equitable relief beyond monetary penalties, consistent compliance with the chapter's requirements is the standard practice among responsible property managers.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 368F-4 gives courts the authority to impose civil penalties on landlords who violate Chapter 368F, which can serve as a meaningful enforcement mechanism for tenants who believe their rights under the chapter have been infringed. Tenants may raise a landlord's violation as part of a court proceeding, where a judge can order both monetary penalties and equitable relief such as an injunction. Tenants seeking to understand their options under this provision may benefit from consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with Hawaii housing law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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