HRS §507-45
How to remove a construction lien by paying cash or posting a bond
A property owner or contractor can remove a construction lien by giving the court cash or a bond worth twice the claimed amount. This money is held to pay the lien holder if they win their case. The process happens in the county where the property is located.
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The statute, as written — Discharge of lien
Any mechanics' and materialmen's lien may be discharged at any time by the owner, lessee, principal contractor or intermediate subcontractor filing with the clerk of the circuit court of the county in which the property is located or with the assistant registrar of the land court (if registered land is affected except when the lien attaches solely to the interest of the lessees in one or more leasehold time share interests as described in section 501-20), cash or a bond for twice the amount of the sum for which the claim for the lien is filed, conditioned for the payment of any sum for which the claimant may obtain judgment upon the claimant's claim.
Sections this one refers to
§501-20 Definitions for land and time share rules
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