HRS §346-45
Who can see court records in adult protective cases
The court keeps records of adult protective proceedings. Only the vulnerable adult, their guardian, conservator, lawyers, and certain others can look at them. Anyone else must ask the court in writing and show a good reason to get access.
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The statute, as written — Confidentiality of court records
(a) The court shall maintain records of all adult protective proceedings under this chapter. All court documents and records pertaining to the action or proceeding shall be subject to inspection only by the vulnerable adult, and the vulnerable adult's guardian, conservator, their respective attorneys, the guardian ad litem of the vulnerable adult, and the other parties and their respective attorneys or guardians ad litem. (b) All other requests for information contained in the confidential record shall be made in writing and shall include the reasons for the request and how the information is to be used and may be granted by the court for good cause.
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