Rule 31 - Proceedings Not Governed by Hawai'i Rules of Civil Procedure(a) Procedure. Except as provided by statute or by other rules of court, where a civil proceeding is not governed by the Hawai'i Rules of Civil Procedure: (1) The proceeding shall be commenced by petition; (2) The petition shall be verified by the oath of the petitioner, or someone on his behalf, deposing to the best of his knowledge and belief; (3) Service of the petition and order to show cause and any other process or order shall be made as provided by the Hawai'i Rules of Civil Procedure; (4) A return to the petition shall be made within the time ordered by the court, and if it presents an issue of fact shall be supported by oath; (5) The court may designate and order that any one or more of the Hawai'i Rules of Civil Procedure shall be applicable in such case.