Hawaii: Pepper Spray Laws

State Pepper Spray Laws

Hawaii

Pepper spray is legal in Hawaii and is considered a common and accessible self-defense tool with minimal restrictions.

  • Status: Legal with local restrictions
  • Key Restrictions/Size Limits:
    • Statewide self-defense use allowed
    • Honolulu requires sales licensing, bars sales to minors, and commonly limits units to 2 oz.
  • Primary Authority:
    • HRS § 703-304; Honolulu Code § 41-27.3
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Hawaii Pepper Spray Laws

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, pepper spray is legal in Hawaii for personal protection.

No permit is required.

No, there are no size restrictions statewide but Honolulu limits units to 2 oz.

Yes, except in restricted locations.

Yes, but only in self-defense situations.

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