Hawaii Senate bill in Session 2026.
Status: enrolled. Latest action: May 7, 2026.
Forensic Identification; Biological Evidence; Retention.
Specifies the types of cases in which evidence must be retained post-conviction and the process by which evidence may be disposed of earlier than the standard period of retention, which includes a procedure for defendants to oppose the disposal of biological evidence by filing an objection with the court. Authorizes the court, upon motion of a defendant or prosecutor or on the court's own motion, to order the retention of biological evidence in any felony case for a certain period under certain circumstances. Effective 9/1/2026. (CD1)
| Date | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 0000-00-00 | Introduced | Bill introduced |
| 2026-05-07 | Status | enrolled |
| 2026-05-07 | Latest Action | Enrolled to Governor. |