HRS §712A-3

Where a forfeiture case can be filed

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This section says where a property forfeiture lawsuit can be filed. It can be filed in the county where the property was taken, or in any county where the owner or someone with an interest in the property could be sued for the conduct that led to the forfeiture.

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The statute, as written — Venue

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.

An action brought pursuant to this chapter may be brought in the county which the property is seized or in any county where an owner or interest-holder could be complained against for the conduct alleged to give rise to the forfeiture of the property.

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

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