Hawaii HB1324 aims to improve tenant representation in eviction proceedings by providing legal services.
Hawaii HB1324 seeks to enhance tenant representation in eviction cases by mandating state-funded legal services. The bill requires the judiciary to contract with designated organizations for full legal representation for eligible residential tenants and limited pro-bono assistance for others. Legal services can be provided by attorneys, paralegals, or law students under attorney supervision. The bill also appropriates funds for these services and emphasizes that no private right of action is created by this legislation.
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