HRS §346-236
When permanent living changes are not allowed
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗This section says that permanent changes to a vulnerable adult's living situation should not usually be made under this part. If such changes or nonemergency medical treatment are needed, a guardianship or civil commitment action must be started under other state laws.
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The statute, as written — Permanent changes
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.
Permanent changes in the living situation of a vulnerable adult who has incurred abuse shall not ordinarily be made under authority of this part. If permanent changes in the living situation or nonemergency medical treatment are necessary, the appropriate guardianship, or civil commitment action shall be initiated pursuant to applicable state law.
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