HRS §556A-9
When an agent can see the principal's electronic messages
If a power of attorney gives an agent authority over the principal's electronic communications, the company holding those messages must share them with the agent, unless the principal or a court says otherwise. The agent must provide certain documents and information to get access.
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The statute, as written — Disclosure of content of electronic communications of principal
To the extent a power of attorney expressly grants an agent authority over the content of electronic communications sent or received by the principal and unless directed otherwise by the principal or the court, a custodian shall disclose to the agent the content if the agent gives the custodian: (1) A written request for disclosure in physical or electronic form; (2) An original or copy of the power of attorney expressly granting the agent authority over the content of electronic communications of the principal; (3) A certification by the agent, under penalty of perjury, that the power of attorney is in effect; and (4) If requested by the custodian: (A) A number, username, address, or other unique subscriber or account identifier assigned by the custodian to identify the principal's account; or (B) Evidence linking the account to the principal.
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