Hawaii Release and Authorization is a legal document used in the state of Hawaii to provide permission for certain activities or actions, such as conducting background checks, obtaining evidence, and releasing records. It is typically used to provide consent for employment screening, insurance claims, tenant screening, and other activities. The two main types of Hawaii Release and Authorization are either voluntary or mandatory. A voluntary release requires the signer to provide written consent, while a mandatory release does not require consent and may be issued by an employer, landlord, or other qualified individual. In either case, the document must include the signer's full name, address, signature, and date of signature in order for it to be valid.