HRS §338-19
Copies of old health records
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗The health department may copy old or fragile records to protect them. These copies can be used in court just like the originals. This section only covers making and using copies, not other rules.
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The statute, as written — Photostatic or typewritten copies of records
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 department of health is authorized to prepare typewritten, photostatic, or microphotographic copies of any records and files in its office, which by reason of age, usage, or otherwise are in such condition that they can no longer be conveniently consulted or used without danger of serious injury or destruction thereof, and to certify to the correctness of such copies. The typewritten, photostatic, or microphotographic copies shall be competent evidence in all courts of the State with like force and effect as the original.
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