HRS §425R-12
When a registered agent does not create court power
This section says that having a registered agent in Hawaii does not, by itself, give Hawaii courts power over the company. Also, the agent's address does not decide which court in Hawaii can hear a case against the company.
businesses
The statute, as written — Jurisdiction and venue
The appointment or maintenance of a registered agent in the State does not by itself create the basis for personal jurisdiction over the represented entity in the State. The address of the agent does not determine venue in an action or proceeding involving the entity.
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