HRS §560:5-408
Conservatorship hearing: who must come and who can join
This section covers the court hearing for a conservatorship. The proposed conservator and the respondent (the person the case is about) must attend unless the court excuses them. The respondent can present evidence, question witnesses, and take part. Others may join if the court allows it.
everyone
The statute, as written — Original petition; procedure at hearing
(a) Unless excused by the court for good cause, a proposed conservator shall attend the hearing. The respondent shall attend the hearing, unless excused by the court for good cause. The respondent may present evidence and subpoena witnesses and documents, examine witnesses, including any court-appointed physician, psychologist, or other individual qualified to evaluate the alleged impairment, and the kokua kanawai, and otherwise participate in the hearing. The hearing may be held in a location convenient to the respondent and may be closed upon a showing of good cause. (b) Any person may request permission to participate in the proceeding. The court may grant the request, with or without hearing, upon determining that the best interest of the respondent will be served. The court may attach appropriate conditions to the participation.
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