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HRS §425-5

Who can be a partner in a partnership

This law says that minors and people who are legally incompetent cannot be partners in a partnership. However, they can still benefit from a partnership if a trustee or guardian manages their interest. The law does not apply to partnerships already doing business in Hawaii as of July 14, 1969.

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The statute, as written — Minors and incompetent persons

A minor or incompetent person may not be a partner, but may have a beneficial interest in a partnership through a trustee or duly appointed guardian. This section shall not apply to the current partners in any duly registered partnership doing business in the State as of July 14, 1969.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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