Allows minors to consent to medical care for sexual offenses without parental consent.
Hawaii HB731 allows licensed physicians to examine and treat minors for sexual offenses without needing parental consent, provided the minor consents. The physician must attempt to notify the minor's legal guardian but can proceed if the guardian objects or if the guardian is the alleged offender. The bill also protects physicians and healthcare providers from liability for civil damages if they rely on the minor's consent.
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