§437-1  Legislative findings and
declaration.  The legislature finds that:



(1)  The manufacture, distribution, and sales of motor
vehicles in the State vitally affects the general economy of the State and the
public interest and public welfare;



(2)  Manufacturers of motor vehicles whose physical
manufacturing facilities are not located within the State, and motor vehicle
distributors, are doing business in the State through their control over, and
relationships and transactions with their dealers, branches, and
representatives; and



(3)  The geographical location of Hawaii makes it
necessary to ensure the availability of motor vehicles and parts and dependable
service therefor within the State to protect and preserve the transportation
system and the investments of its residents.



The legislature declares, on the basis of the
foregoing findings, that it is necessary to regulate and to license motor
vehicle manufacturers, distributors, dealers, salespersons, and auctions in the
State, to prevent frauds, impositions, and other abuses against its residents,
and to protect and preserve the economy and the transportation system of the
State. [L 1969, c 263, §1(2); gen ch 1993; am L 1996, c 264, §1; am L 2003, c
126, §2]



 



Revision Note



 



  Former §437-1 is renumbered §437-1.1.



 



Case Notes



 



  In passing on necessity of convening three judge court, held
that chapter raised substantial constitutional questions.  316 F. Supp. 803.