HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The state Department of Land and Natural Resources is reminding the public to follow laws for dogs on beaches and state parks.
This reminder comes after a series of violations occurred during the weekend of June 14.
DLNR issued a civil resource violation to a 43-year-old woman after her dog was allegedly seen off-leash, running toward a resting Hawaiian monk seal on a North Shore beach Saturday.
Two other people were cited for the same offense that day.
The citation comes with a $100 fine.
Dogs, leashed or not, are prohibited from most state parks and, except for service dogs, are never allowed on beaches under the jurisdiction of the DLNR Division of State Parks.
The same rules apply to state Natural Area Reserves.
March through August is peak season in Hawaii for monk seal births.
Hawaiian monk seals are protected under both state and federal laws.
The 2025 pupping season for endangered Hawaiian monk seals is well underway, with 11 pups born on Oahu so far.
To report sightings or concerns, call the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Marine Wildlife Hotline (888) 256-9840.
Click here to find dog parks on Oahu in your area.
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