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HRS §501-167

New title certificate when land reverts

If land taken for public use goes back to its original owner or their heirs, the court can order a new title certificate for them after a request and a hearing.

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The statute, as written — New certificate upon reverter of land

When for any reason, by operation of law, land which was taken for a public use reverts to the owner from whom it was taken or to the owner's heirs or assigns, the court, upon the petition of the person entitled to the benefit of reversion, after notice and hearing, may order the entry of a new certificate of title to the person.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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