HRS §662-5

Lawsuits against the state are decided by a judge

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This section says that lawsuits against the state are heard by a judge, not a jury. However, if everyone involved agrees, the judge can allow a jury trial, and the jury's decision will be treated the same as in any other jury trial.

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The statute, as written — Jury

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.

Any action against the State under this chapter shall be tried by the court without a jury; provided that the court, with the consent of all the parties, may order a trial with a jury whose verdict shall have the same effect as if trial by jury had been a matter of right.

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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