HRS §583A-106
When a child custody decision is final
A child custody decision from a Hawaii court with proper authority is final for everyone who was properly told about the case or came to court. It settles all issues decided, unless the decision is later changed.
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The statute, as written — Effect of child-custody determination
A child-custody determination made by a court of this State that had jurisdiction under this chapter binds all persons who have been served in accordance with the laws of this State or notified in accordance with section 583A-108 or who have submitted to the jurisdiction of the court, and who have been given an opportunity to be heard. As to those persons, the determination is conclusive as to all decided issues of law and fact except to the extent the determination is modified.
Sections this one refers to
§583A-108 How to give notice to people outside Hawaii
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