Medical cannabis; discrimination
- Statute:
- Hawaii §421J-16 · Chapter PCA (Hawaii Planned Community Associations Act (HRS Chapter 421J))
- Topic:
- Member Rights · Medical cannabis
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
A documents clause that discriminates against a resident with a valid medical-cannabis certificate is void, unless the documents already ban tobacco smoking and the cannabis is smoked. Reasonable-accommodation duties under §515-3(a)(9) still apply.
📄 Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov →
How SoShiny helps with Medical cannabis; discrimination
SoShiny tracks every member, owner, and renter at the unit level with the contact details and access rights this statute protects. Privacy-respecting by default, with statutory directory disclosures and opt-outs handled per-member.
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- What does Hawaii §421J-16 require?
- A documents clause that discriminates against a resident with a valid medical-cannabis certificate is void, unless the documents already ban tobacco smoking and the cannabis is smoked. Reasonable-accommodation duties under §515-3(a)(9) still apply.
- Who does Hawaii §421J-16 apply to?
- Hawaii §421J-16 applies to HOA associations in Hawaii.
- What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with §421J-16?
- 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 §421J-16?
- 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 Medical cannabis; discrimination?
- SoShiny tracks every member, owner, and renter at the unit level with the contact details and access rights this statute protects. Privacy-respecting by default, with statutory directory disclosures and opt-outs handled per-member. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Hawaii §421J-16 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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