Haw. Code R. § 4-71-6.5 - Permitted introductions

(a) The introduction into Hawaii of live animals or live non-domestic animals as defined in this chapter is only allowed:

(1) For those animals on the list designated as conditionally approved and dated November 28, 2006, or on the list designated as restricted entry, dated September 25, 2018, pursuant to section 150A- 6.2, HRS, both of which lists are located at the end of this chapter and made a part of this section;

(2) By permit approved by the board, chairperson, or chief, as appropriate, pursuant to sections 4-71-3 and 4-71-4; and

(3) After securing appropriate bond for certain animals pursuant to sections 4-71-7, 4-71-8, and 4-71-9.

(b) Pursuant to the requirements of subsection (a) herein, the introduction of animals on the lists of conditionally approved or restricted animals, including dangerous wild animals, is allowed as follows:

(1) Animals on the list of conditionally approved animals, for individual possession, businesses, government agencies, or institutions;

(2) Animals on Part A of the list of restricted animals, for research, medical or scientific purposes as determined by the board, by universities, government agencies, or other institutions approved by the board, for exhibition in government zoos or government-affiliated aquariums, or for other purposes as specified in this chapter; and (3) Animals on Part B of the list of restricted animals, for the purposes described in subsection (b)(2) herein or for government use, or private and commercial use, including research, zoological parks, or aquaculture production, except that animals in the order Primates shall not be allowed for import or possession for private or commercial use other than for purposes described in subsection (b)(2) or for primate sanctuaries, as determined by the board.

(c) The introduction of unlisted animals for the purpose of remediating medical emergencies or agricultural or ecological disasters, or conducting scientific research that is not detrimental to agriculture, the environment, or humans is allowed for import and possession by a special permit on a case-by-case basis, if the importer can meet permit requirements or other guidelines as determined by the board pursuant to section 150A- 6.2, HRS.

(d) The introduction of unlisted animals for the purpose of filming, performance, or exhibition is allowed by short-term special permit on a case-by-case basis not to exceed 90 days for importation and possession if the importer can meet permit and bonding requirements as determined by the board pursuant to section 150A- 6.2, HRS.

(e) The permittee shall obtain site approval prior to the issuance of a permit for animals on the list of restricted animals and for unlisted animals as determined by the board.

(f) Restricted list animals and unlisted animals require a permit for both import and possession. Where a permit for a restricted list animal or an unlisted animal allows transfer or sale, the proposed transferee shall first obtain a permit for possession of the imported animal by application to the chief, site inspection approval, and shall satisfy any bond or other requirements applicable.

(g) The board may establish permit conditions including but not limited to, time, place, location, use, special precautions, health requirements, and safeguarding the animal from escape, unauthorized release, or theft, as well as any applicable requirements of municipal, state, or federal laws. The permittee shall comply with the requirements of this chapter, chapter 150A, HRS, and specific permit conditions established by the board.

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Haw. Code R. § 4-71-6.5

[Eff. and comp 2/21/92; am and comp 9/13/93; am and comp 1/30/95; am and comp 8/16/99; am and comp 11/20/01; am and comp] (Auth: §§ 141-2, 150A-9) (Imp: HRS § 150A-6.2) 4/06/07; am and comp 1/3/2019 [Am and comp 5/19/2019]