HRS §554D-809

Trustee's duty to control and protect trust property

A trustee must take reasonable steps to take control of the trust's property and keep it safe. This is a basic duty of the trustee.

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The statute, as written — Control and protection of trust property

A trustee shall take reasonable steps to take control of and protect the trust property.

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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