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HRS §490:1-205

What counts as a reasonable time to act

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗

This section explains how to decide if a time limit is reasonable. It depends on the nature, purpose, and circumstances of the action. If no time is agreed, you must act within a reasonable time.

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The statute, as written — Reasonable time; seasonableness

A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.

(a) Whether a time for taking an action required by this chapter is reasonable depends on the nature, purpose, and circumstances of the action. (b) An action is taken seasonably if it is taken at or within the time agreed or, if no time is agreed, at or within a reasonable time.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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