Hawaii § 381-12 - Employee need not work involuntarily.
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§ 381-12. Employee need not work involuntarily.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to require an individual employee to render labor or service without the individual employee's consent, nor shall anything in this chapter be construed to make the quitting of the individual employee's labor or service by an individual employee an illegal act. [L 1949, c 146, pt of §1; RL 1955, §91-13; HRS §381-12; gen ch 1985] Previous Vol07_Ch0346-0398 Next
Source: official Hawaii text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Hawaii § 381-12
What does Hawaii Revised Statutes § 381-12 cover?
Section 381-12 ("Employee need not work involuntarily.") 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 § 381-12?
A common citation format is "Hawaii Revised Statutes § 381-12" (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 § 381-12 apply to my situation?
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