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HRS §174C-12

How to challenge water commission decisions in court

This section says that court review of the commission's rules and orders follows the general state rules for agency decisions. It also says the court will not hold a new trial from scratch. Instead, it reviews the commission's record.

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The statute, as written — Judicial review of rules and orders of the commission concerning the water code

Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, judicial review of rules and orders of the commission under this chapter shall be governed by chapter 91. Trial de novo is not allowed on review of commission actions under this chapter.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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