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HRS §806-63

Right to present a defense after prosecution's case

Anyone on trial for a crime can, after the prosecution finishes presenting its case, give a full answer and defense through their lawyer. This section guarantees the right to respond to the charges.

The statute, as written — Defense

All persons tried for any offense shall be admitted after the close of the case for the prosecution to make full answer and defense thereto by counsel or attorney.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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