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HRS §587A-20

Evidence from this case cannot be used elsewhere

In a child welfare case under this chapter, a judge can decide that what you say or show as evidence cannot be used against you in any other state court case, if the judge thinks that is best for the child.

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The statute, as written — Inadmissibility of evidence in other state actions or proceedings

The court may order that testimony or other evidence produced by a party in a proceeding under this chapter shall be inadmissible as evidence in any other state civil or criminal action or proceeding if the court deems such an order to be in the best interests of the child.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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