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Can you summarize HIRS 708-872?
Business and Commercial Frauds > Falsifying business records.
Short Summary
This legal document, found in the Hawaii Revised Statutes, specifically in the section on Offenses Against Property Rights under the Hawaii Penal Code, addresses the offense of falsifying business records. The document defines the offense as making or causing a false entry, altering or destroying a true entry, omitting to make a true entry, or preventing the making of a true entry in the business records of an enterprise with the intent to defraud. The document provides definitions for key terms such as ‘business record,’ ’electronic,’ ’enterprise,’ ‘information,’ and ‘record.’ Falsifying business records is classified as a misdemeanor. The commentary on the document explains that it aims to close the gap in the law regarding the deliberate falsification of genuine business records for fraudulent purposes. Additionally, the document has been amended to include electronic statements, documents, or records. Overall, this document establishes the offense of falsifying business records and provides clarity on its scope and penalties.
Whom does it apply to?
Any person who commits the offense
What does it govern?
Falsifying business records
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Misdemeanor
Jurisdiction
Hawaii