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HRS §805-4

How a summons must be delivered

This section explains how a summons must be given to a person accused of an offense. It can be handed directly, or left at work or home if the person cannot be found. If the person does not show up after being summoned, they may face contempt of court.

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The statute, as written — Service of summons

The summons shall be served by handing the accused a copy thereof, and showing the accused the original; or, if the accused cannot be found, by leaving the copy, during business hours, at the accused's usual place of business or employment, or by leaving the copy at the accused's place of residence, at any reasonable hour, in charge of some person of discretion. If the alleged offender fails to appear at the prescribed time and place, after having been so summoned, the alleged offender may be attached for contempt, and dealt with accordingly.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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