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HRS §481G-6

When a dealership agreement can avoid court action

This section says that if a dealership contract includes a binding arbitration clause for disputes, including those about ending or not renewing the dealership, then a lawsuit under section 481G-4 cannot be filed. The arbitration must follow chapter 658A or American Arbitration Association rules.

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The statute, as written — Exceptions

No action may be brought under section 481G-4 in connection with the termination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of a dealership if the dealership provides for the binding arbitration of disputes arising thereunder, including disputes related to the termination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of the dealership, in accordance with chapter 658A or the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

Sections this one refers to

§481G-4 Dealer can sue distributor for unfair dealership ending

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