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HI SCR71
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/10/2022
Primary Sponsor
Maile Shimabukuro
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AI Summary
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Requests the Hawaii Judiciary to conduct a study examining whether mandatory referrals to the Department of Human Services are necessary in all domestic abuse cases involving minors or incapacitated persons.
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Notes that judges currently have discretionary authority to refer domestic abuse cases to the Department of Human Services when investigation is warranted to ensure family safety and provide support services.
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Questions whether making such referrals mandatory in all cases involving minors or incapacitated persons is necessary, given judges' existing discretionary authority.
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Requires the Judiciary to submit a report with findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2023 Regular Session convenes.
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Directs certified copies of the resolution to be transmitted to the Chief Justice of the Hawaii Supreme Court and the Director of Human Services.
Legislative Description
Requesting The Judiciary Conduct A Study On The Necessity Of Mandatory Referrals To The Department Of Human Services For Investigation Or Intervention In All Cases Of Alleged Domestic Abuse Involving A Family Or Household Member Who Is A Minor Or Incapacitated Person.
Judiciary
Last Action
Referred to HMS, JDC.
3/11/2022