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HRS §346-233

How to file a petition for a vulnerable adult's protection

This section explains what a petition must include when asking the court to protect a vulnerable adult. The petition must be verified and list specific details about the adult and why protection is needed. It also requires names of people or groups that must be notified.

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The statute, as written — Petition

(a) A petition invoking the jurisdiction of the court under this part shall be entitled "In the matter of the protection of ," and shall be verified. (b) The petition shall set forth with specificity the: (1) Reasons the person is considered to be a vulnerable adult; (2) Facts that bring the vulnerable adult within this part; (3) Name, birth date, sex, and residence address of the vulnerable adult; (4) Names and addresses of any living persons, or entities required to be notified pursuant to section 346-237; and (5) If appropriate, allegations describing any lack of capacity of the vulnerable adult.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

Sections this one refers to

§346-237 Notice of proceedings

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