§ 575-2 Prima facie evidence; sequestration of money for support of spouse or children
§ 575-3 Complaint
§ 575-4 Evidence; marriage, paternity, etc

Terms Used In Hawaii Revised Statutes > Chapter 575 - Uniform Desertion and Nonsupport Act (Modified)

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Department: means the department of corrections and rehabilitation. See Hawaii Revised Statutes 353-1
  • Director: means the director of corrections and rehabilitation; provided that the signing or approval of vouchers and other routine matters may be delegated by the director to any authorized subordinate. See Hawaii Revised Statutes 353-1
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Statute: A law passed by a legislature.
  • Testify: Answer questions in court.