HI SB1010

Permits deputy attorneys general (except the Attorney General's First Deputy) to provide pro bono legal services with the sole discretion approval of the Attorney General.

Attorney General may consider whether pro bono representation could create conflicts of interest, damage departmental reputation, create undue burdens, or interfere with the department's mission.

Pro bono services by deputies do not create client relationships with the department and do not restrict the department from providing legal services or fulfilling its statutory duties.

Deputies providing pro bono services must comply with all applicable Supreme Court rules and are not liable for civil damages if acting in good faith; the State is not liable for damages from such services.

Provision of pro bono legal services is declared a public purpose and may be supported with departmental resources as determined by the Attorney General.