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HRS §302A-481

Who counts as a caregiver for a minor

This section defines who is a caregiver for a minor. A caregiver must be at least 18 years old and either related to the minor by blood, marriage, or adoption, or have lived with the minor for at least six months straight. It only gives the definition, not any rules or duties.

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The statute, as written — Definitions

As used in this subpart, unless the context otherwise requires: "Caregiver" means any person who is at least eighteen years of age and: (1) Related by blood, marriage, or adoption to the minor, including a person who is entitled to an award of custody pursuant to section 571-46(a)(2) but is not the legal custodian or guardian of the minor; or (2) Has resided with the minor for a continuous immediate preceding period of six months or more.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

Sections this one refers to

§571-46 How courts decide child custody and visitation

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