Methods of creating trust

HRS §554D-401, under Uniform Trust Code.

HRS §554D-401

PART IV. CREATION, VALIDITY, MODIFICATION,

AND TERMINATION OF TRUST

[§554D-401] Methods of creating trust. A trust may be created by:

(1) Transfer of property to another person as trustee during the settlor's lifetime or by will or other disposition taking effect upon the settlor's death;

(2) Declaration by the owner of property that the owner holds identifiable property as trustee;

(3) Exercise of a power of appointment in favor of a trustee; or

(4) A court pursuant to its statutory or equitable powers. [L 2021, c 32, pt of §2]