HRS §96-4

Procedure

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The ombudsman can set up rules for how to handle complaints, investigate them, and report findings. But the ombudsman cannot charge any fees for filing or investigating a complaint.

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The statute, as written — Procedure

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.

The ombudsman may establish procedures for receiving and processing complaints, conducting investigations, and reporting the ombudsman's findings. However, the ombudsman may not levy fees for the submission or investigation of complaints.

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

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