Hawaii § 287-12 - Custody, disposition, and return of security.
Full text of Hawaii Hawaii Revised Statutes § 287-12 — Custody, disposition, and return of security., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 287-12. Custody, disposition, and return of security.
Security deposited in compliance with the requirements of this chapter shall be placed by the administrator in the custody of the county treasurer or director of finance and shall be applicable only to the payment of a judgment or judgments rendered against the person or persons on whose behalf the deposit was made, for damages arising out of the accident in question in an action, begun not later than one year after the date of the accident or within one year after the date of deposit of any security under section 287-9(3), and the deposit or any balance thereof shall be returned to the depositor or the depositor's personal representative when: (1) Pursuant to section 287-8(5), evidence satisfactory to the administrator has been filed with the administrator that there has been a release from liability, or a final adjudication of nonliability, or the execution of a duly acknowledged written agreement; or (2) After the expiration of one year from the date of the accident or from the date of deposit of any security under section 287-9(3), the administrator is given reasonable evidence that there is no pending action and no judgment rendered in the action left unpaid. The security deposited shall not be subject to any attachment or execution unless the attachment or execution arises out of a suit for damages as described in this section. [L 1949, c 393, pt of §1; RL 1955, §160-91; HRS §287-12; am L 1980, c 84, pt of §1; gen ch 1985; am L 2020, c 70, §36] Previous Vol05_Ch0261-0319 Next
Source: official Hawaii text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Hawaii § 287-12
What does Hawaii Revised Statutes § 287-12 cover?
Section 287-12 ("Custody, disposition, and return of security.") is part of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Hawaii. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Hawaii § 287-12?
A common citation format is "Hawaii Revised Statutes § 287-12" (Hawaii). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Hawaii law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Hawaii official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Hawaii attorney.
How does Hawaii § 287-12 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Hawaii can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Hawaii.