Traffic Violations

Cruising down the scenic highways of Hawaii can be a delight, but getting pulled over can turn a good time into a headache. Deciding what to do next can be stressful, especially when a traffic ticket is involved. Should you simply pay the fine and move on, or is it...

No matter where you are in the United States, distracted driving is a significant concern – and Hawaii is no exception. Distracted driving puts both the driver concerned and everybody else on the road at risk of harm. That’s why Hawaii, like many other states, has...

There is a broad spectrum of traffic offenses that police encounter on the roads in Hawaii every day. Many people accused of violating traffic statutes face basic and straightforward allegations, such as claims that they exceeded the posted speed limit. The majority...

The average motorist is relatively dismissive about traffic tickets. Despite being a formal allegation of a violation of state law, people often treat tickets like minor frustrations. People tend to think of tickets as an expensive inconvenience and dismiss the idea...

Effective at the beginning of 2023, Hawaii enacted a new law that makes it possible for those with a first conviction for operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant (OVUII) to be able to drive during the period that their regular driving privileges would...

If someone asks to borrow your car, one potential problem that will likely concern you is the reality that they could get into an accident. Insurance policies can vary from one case to the next, but insurance often follows the vehicle. This means that your insurance...

You admit that you had a drink or two while you were out with friends, but you definitely didn’t feel intoxicated. Unfortunately, you were stopped by the police when you were driving home. One thing led to another, and you were asked to take a breath test to determine...

There are certainly cases where people make no effort to get sober before getting in the car, and they are not surprised when they get pulled over for drunk driving. They likely just hoped that they wouldn’t get caught. But there are also people who feel that they...

Driving when you have alcohol in your system can be a costly mistake. Alcohol affects your decision-making ability and could lead to a tragic and totally preventable collision. It is against the law to drive while drunk in all 50 states, including Hawaii. The...

Speeding is a traffic violation in all of the states, and there is no difference in Hawaii. In fact, because the roads may be narrower or more treacherous in some parts of the state, it’s even more important not to speed. If you or someone you know was speeding and...