Terms Used In Hawaii Revised Statutes 551A-9

  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.

The public guardian may make and enter into contracts, and generally do all such things as in its judgment may be necessary, proper, and expedient in accomplishing its duties.