HRS §337-4

Time limit for starting a case about a missing person

This section sets a deadline for starting any legal case under this chapter. You must begin the case within one year after the person's flight or disappearance. If you miss this deadline, you cannot start the case.

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The statute, as written — Limitation

Any proceedings under this chapter shall be begun within one year after the flight referred to in this chapter.

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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