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HRS §346-394

Family courts handle all cases under this part

This section says that only the family courts, which are set up under chapter 571, can hear cases brought under this part. No other court can handle these cases.

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The statute, as written — Jurisdiction

The family courts established pursuant to chapter 571 shall have exclusive jurisdiction over proceedings brought under this part.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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