HRS §231-59
Setoff procedure is extra, not a replacement
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗This section says the setoff process described in earlier sections is an extra option. It does not replace any other legal remedy you may have. You can still use other legal options.
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The statute, as written — Procedure additional
A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.
The setoff procedure authorized by sections 231-53 to 231-57.5 is in addition to and not in substitution of any other remedy available by law.
Sections this one refers to
§231-53 Using tax refunds to pay debts owed to the state
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