Hawaii Revised Statutes 654-8 – Plaintiff’s option
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Terms Used In Hawaii Revised Statutes 654-8
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Remainder: An interest in property that takes effect in the future at a specified time or after the occurrence of some event, such as the death of a life tenant.
If the party found to be entitled to the property is not already in possession thereof by delivery under this chapter, or otherwise, the party may, in addition to an execution for damages awarded under § 654-7, at the party’s option have an execution for the delivery of the specific property, or for the value thereof. If any portion of the property cannot be obtained on execution the party entitled thereto may take the remainder and apply for and obtain a supplementary judgment for the value of the missing portion together with damages.