Learn About The Law
Get help with your legal needs
FindLaw’s Learn About the Law features thousands of informational articles to help you understand your options. And if you’re ready to hire an attorney, find one in your area who can help.
Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) A petition invoking the jurisdiction of the court under this part shall be entitled “In the matter of the protection of _______________,” and shall be verified.
(b) The petition shall set forth with specificity the:
(1) Reasons the person is considered to be a vulnerable adult;
(2) Facts that bring the vulnerable adult within this part;
(3) Name, birth date, sex, and residence address of the vulnerable adult;
(4) Names and addresses of any living persons, or entities required to be notified pursuant to section 346-237; and
(5) If appropriate, allegations describing any lack of capacity of the vulnerable adult.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Hawaii Revised Statutes Division 1. Government § 346-233 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/hi/division-1-government/hi-rev-st-sect-346-233/
FindLaw Codes may not reflect the most recent version of the law in your jurisdiction. Please verify the status of the code you are researching with the state legislature before relying on it for your legal needs.
A free source of state and federal court opinions, state laws, and the United States Code. For more information about the legal concepts addressed by these cases and statutes, visit FindLaw’s Learn About the Law.
Get help with your legal needs
FindLaw’s Learn About the Law features thousands of informational articles to help you understand your options. And if you’re ready to hire an attorney, find one in your area who can help.
Search our directory by legal issue
Enter information in one or both fields (Required)