Honolulu County has no breed-specific legislation; instead, ROH Chapter 7 Article 7 regulates individual dogs judged dangerous, imposing muzzle, six-foot leash, and adult-handler conditions after a dangerous-dog determination.
Honolulu County does not impose breed-specific legislation. Instead, ROH Chapter 7, Article 7 regulates behavior through its dangerous-dog framework. ROH 7-7.2 (Prohibited acts, Conditions on owner, Penalties) defines negligent failure to control a dangerous dog and places muzzling, six-foot leash, and adult-handler conditions on any dog formally declared dangerous. Hawaii has no statewide breed ban, and there is no chapter or section in the ROH that bans specific breeds such as pit bulls. Enforcement targets the conduct of the individual animal and owner rather than the dog's appearance or lineage.
Failing to comply with dangerous-dog conditions (muzzle, six-foot leash, adult handler) can result in fines, impoundment, and criminal exposure under ROH 7-7.2.
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