HRS §606-8
What court clerks can do and must do
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗Court clerks have certain powers, like issuing court papers, giving oaths, and taking depositions. They must attend court sessions and keep records. Circuit court clerks also act as masters for cases the court sends to them.
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The statute, as written — Powers and duties of clerks
A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.
The clerks of the courts of record may issue process, administer oaths, take depositions, and perform all other duties pertaining to their office. A clerk shall attend and record the proceedings at all sittings of courts of record. The clerks of the circuit courts shall be ex officio masters in matters referred to them by the court.
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