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Terms Used In Hawaii Revised Statutes 356D-65

  • Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
  • Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.

If a tenant cannot be served with an order of eviction or writ of possession, and the authority receives an affidavit or declaration stating this fact, service on the tenant may be made in accordance with a special order of the authority. The order shall require the process server to affix a certified copy of the order of eviction or writ of possession in a conspicuous place upon the premises, such as the door or wall of the dwelling unit.