HRS §381-14

Purpose of this law

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This law is a public safety and welfare measure. Courts should interpret it broadly to protect people's health, safety, and peace. It does not create specific rules for you to follow.

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The statute, as written — Law as exercise of police power

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.

This chapter shall be deemed an exercise of the police power of the State for the protection of the public welfare, safety, prosperity, health, and peace of the people; and all of the provisions of the chapter shall be liberally construed for the accomplishment of such purposes.

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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