Hawaii § 40-96 - Penalty for violating.
Full text of Hawaii Hawaii Revised Statutes § 40-96 — Penalty for violating., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-96. Penalty for violating.
Any public accountant or person who fails or neglects to conform to any of the regulations contained in this chapter, or to attend the comptroller for the purpose of being examined or to produce any accounts, books, vouchers or other documents or to answer any other lawful question when required so to do by the comptroller, shall be liable to a penalty of not less than $25, nor more than $100, on conviction. [L 1898, c 39, §34; am L 1903, c 8, §2; RL 1925, §1434; RL 1935, §561; RL 1945, §1563; RL 1955, §34-12; am L 1957, c 152, §1; HRS §40-96] Previous Vol01_Ch0001-0042F Next
Frequently Asked Questions About Hawaii § 40-96
What does Hawaii Revised Statutes § 40-96 cover?
Section 40-96 ("Penalty for violating.") is part of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Hawaii. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Hawaii § 40-96?
A common citation format is "Hawaii Revised Statutes § 40-96" (Hawaii). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Hawaii law?
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How does Hawaii § 40-96 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Hawaii can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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