Hawaii § 386-2 - Definitions relating to family relationships.
Full text of Hawaii Hawaii Revised Statutes § 386-2 — Definitions relating to family relationships., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 386-2. Definitions relating to family relationships.
"Brother" or "sister" includes a half brother or half sister, a stepbrother or stepsister, and a brother or sister by adoption. "Child" includes a posthumous child, adopted child, stepchild, child born to parents not married to each other, and hanai child acknowledged prior to the personal injury. "Grandchild" includes a child of an adopted child and a child of a stepchild, but does not include a stepchild of a child. "Grandparent" includes a parent of a parent by adoption, but does not include a parent of a stepparent, a stepparent of a parent, or a stepparent of a stepparent. "Parent" includes a stepparent or a parent by adoption. [L 1963, c 116, pt of §1; Supp, §97-2; HRS §386-2; am L 1982, c 193, §1; am L 1997, c 52, §1] Revision Note Definitions rearranged pursuant to §23G-15. Attorney General Opinions Prior to 1982 amendment, benefits under workers' compensation law did not extend to hanai children. Att. Gen. Op. 93-1. Case Notes Construed. 31 H. 814 (1931). Previous Vol07_Ch0346-0398 Next
Source: official Hawaii text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Hawaii § 386-2
What does Hawaii Revised Statutes § 386-2 cover?
Section 386-2 ("Definitions relating to family relationships.") 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 § 386-2?
A common citation format is "Hawaii Revised Statutes § 386-2" (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 § 386-2 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.