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Know the Laws - By State
Please see below for state-specific laws that might be useful for victims and survivors of domestic violence. This information is written in a Q & A format and is meant to provide you with easy-to-understand information. You can also reach us at our Email Hotline if you have more specific questions.
Information about domestic abuse protective orders, injunctions against harassment, and gun violence protective orders.
Hawai‘i-specific custody information.
General information (not state-specific) about child support.
This page offers some general (not state-specific) information about one parent taking a child out of the state or country without the other parent’s consent.
Basic information about divorce in Hawai‘i.
Victims of domestic violence may be able to end their lease or rental agreement early, or have their landlord change their locks.
Hawai‘i state law provides employment protections for domestic violence victims who need to take time off from work to handle issues related to domestic violence.
Information about crimes the abuser may have committed in Hawai‘i and victim assistance programs.
If you are a victim of domestic violence, it may be illegal for the abuser to buy or have a gun.
You may have a right to sue an abuser for medical costs, lost wages, and to recover your property.
General information (not state-specific) about litigation abuse.
