According to Hawaii laws, you and the other parent should consider the following factors when making decisions regarding the development of your parenting plan:
1. Child's wishes.
2. Parents wishes.
3. The primary factor the safety and well-being of the child.
4. Record of abuse.
5. The ability each parent has to provide love and affection.
6. The economic well being of the child.
The Hawaii courts realize you and the other parent know your own situation better than anyone else, which is why this is your opportunity to create a parenting plan that will maintain a family structure that is in the best interests of your child(ren).