Last updated 7/15/2021

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Tenant and landlord rights & responsibilities

Tenants and landlords both have rights and responsibilities. Please download the files below for more information:

Tenant Rights & Responsibilities Under Act 57
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Landlord Rights & Responsibilities Under Act 57
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Eviction Notice Requirements
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Eviction Moratorium Flyer Tenant
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Eviction Defense Resources 07.11.21
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Tenant Rights & Responsibilities Under Act 57 Chuukese
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Eviction Notice Requirements Chuukese
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Tenant Rights & Responsibilities Under Act 57 Marshallese
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Homeowners with flood damage

Please download the file below for information for homeowners with flood damage caused by March 2021 storms:

March Flood Damage Legal Information
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State assistance and information

The State of Hawai'i has released guidance for homeowners and renters during the pandemic.

The Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) is providing answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) to assist homeowners and renters and with inquiries regarding the Landlord-Tenant code. Visit the OCP website for more information.

Q&A for renters and homeowners

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Tenant and landlord rights & responsibilities

Homeowners with flood damage

State assistance and information

Q&A for renters and homeowners

THE LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF HAWAII DOES NOT HELP WITH CRIMINAL OR PERSONAL INJURY MATTERS. PLEASE CONSULT A PRIVATE ATTORNEY.

THE LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF HAWAII DOES NOT HELP
WITH CRIMINAL OR PERSONAL INJURY MATTERS.
PLEASE CONSULT A PRIVATE ATTORNEY.