HRS §661-22
State can sue for false claims
The attorney general must look into any possible violation of the false claims law. If they find someone broke or is breaking that law, they can file a lawsuit in court.
state agencies
The statute, as written — Civil actions for false claims
The attorney general shall investigate any violation under section 661-21. If the attorney general finds that a person has violated or is violating section 661-21, the attorney general may bring a civil action under this section.
Sections this one refers to
§661-21 Penalties for false claims against the state
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