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HRS §123-5

Length of service for enlisted members

This section sets how long enlisted personnel must serve: three years for the first enlistment and two years for later ones. It also says the Navy Secretary decides the rules for joining and leaving service.

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The statute, as written — Enlisted personnel; term of service

The term of service for enlisted personnel shall be three years for the first enlistment and two years thereafter. The requirements for enlistment and discharge shall be as prescribed by the secretary of the navy.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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