HRS §431:3B-102
Regulator's power to check and enforce rules
The state regulator can look into and investigate a licensee's business to see if they broke the rules. If the licensee is based in Hawaii, the investigation follows a specific state law. If the regulator thinks a licensee broke the rules, they can take action to enforce them.
The statute, as written — Powers of the commissioner
(a) The licensee's regulator shall have the power to examine and investigate the affairs of any licensee to determine whether the licensee has been or is engaged in any conduct in violation of this article. (b) Any examination or investigation of a licensee domiciled in the State shall be conducted pursuant to section 431:2-301.7. (c) Whenever the commissioner has reason to believe that a licensee has been or is engaged in conduct in the State that violates this article, the commissioner may take action that is necessary or appropriate to enforce the provisions of this article.
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