HI SB2848

Amends HRS §587A-13 to clarify that court summons in child protective proceedings shall be issued to parents and other parties, but explicitly excludes the child from being summoned.

Requires the petitioner to notify the child of hearings at least 24 hours before a temporary foster custody hearing or at least 48 hours before any other hearing under the Child Protective Act.

Maintains existing service requirements for summons to parents and other parties, with timeframes of 24 hours for temporary foster custody hearings and 48 hours for all other hearings.

Preserves the court's authority to issue warrants for the appearance of persons or children when summons cannot be served, when parties fail to obey the summons, or when necessary for the child's best interests.