Hawaii §414D-305

Limitations on use of membership list

Statute:
Hawaii §414D-305 · Chapter NP (Hawaii Nonprofit Corporations Act (HRS Chapter 414D))
Topic:
Records & Disclosure · List misuse
Applies to:
Nonprofit associations

Without board consent, a membership list may not be used for an unrelated purpose, to solicit money except for a corporation election, for a commercial purpose, sold, or published to the general public.

membership list; commercial; sold; election

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Frequently asked

What does Hawaii §414D-305 require?
Without board consent, a membership list may not be used for an unrelated purpose, to solicit money except for a corporation election, for a commercial purpose, sold, or published to the general public.
Who does Hawaii §414D-305 apply to?
Hawaii §414D-305 applies to Nonprofit associations in Hawaii.
What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §414D-305?
Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for Hawaii community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
Where can I read the official text of Hawaii §414D-305?
The official text is published by the Hawaii State Legislature at capitol.hawaii.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
How does SoShiny help with Limitations on use of membership list?
SoShiny gives every owner instant, permissioned access to the official records this statute requires — searchable, audit-logged, and exportable for state inspections. The records survive every board turnover because they live in one place, not in someone's inbox. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Hawaii §414D-305 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Hawaii-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.

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