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HRS §480-24

Time limit for suing under this law

This section sets a time limit for bringing a lawsuit under this chapter. You must start your case within four years after the violation happens. For ongoing violations, the clock can start at any time while the violation continues.

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The statute, as written — Limitation of actions

Any action to enforce a cause of action arising under this chapter shall be barred unless commenced within four years after the cause of action accrues, except as otherwise provided in section 480-22. For the purpose of this section, a cause of action for a continuing violation is deemed to accrue at any time during the period of the violation.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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