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ACLU Sues Honolulu Police Over Wrongful DUI Arrests

5/30/2025

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The ACLU of Hawaii has launched a class-action lawsuit against the Honolulu Police Department, accusing them of wrongfully arresting sober drivers for DUI. With 127 arrests from 2022 to 2024 showing no alcohol detected, the suit highlights a troubling focus on arrest numbers over justice. In response, HPD is reviewing its practices dating back to 2021.

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The ACLU of Hawaii has launched a class-action lawsuit against the Honolulu Police Department, accusing them of wrongfully arresting sober drivers for DUI. With 127 arrests from 2022 to 2024 showing no alcohol detected, the suit highlights a troubling focus on arrest numbers over justice. In response, HPD is reviewing its practices dating back to 2021.