Haw. Rev. Stat. § 346-228

Current through Chapter 253 of the 2024 Legislative Session

Section 346-228 - Action upon investigation

Upon investigation the department shall take action to prevent abuse and shall have the authority to do any or all of the following:

(1) Resolve the matter in an informal fashion as is appropriate under the circumstances;

(2) Exercise its right of entry under section 346-229;

(3) Seek an order for immediate protection;

(4) Seek a temporary restraining order;

(5) File a petition with the court under this part; and

(6) Seek any protective or remedial actions authorized by law.

HRS § 346-228

L 1989, c 381, pt of §1; am L 1990, c 144, §1 and c 234, §9; am L 2008, c 154, §10 .