Rule 52 – Harmless Error and Plain Error

(a) Harmless error. Any error, defect, irregularity or variance which does not affect substantial rights shall be disregarded.(b) Plain error. Plain errors or defects affecting substantial rights may be noticed although they were not brought to the attention of the...

Rule 51 – Exceptions Unnecessary

Exceptions to rulings or orders of the court are unnecessary and for all purposes for which an exception has heretofore been necessary it is sufficient that a party, at the time the ruling or order of the court is made or sought, makes known to the court the action...

Rule 50 – Calendars

The district and circuit courts may provide for placing criminal proceedings upon appropriate calendars. Preference shall be given to criminal proceedings as far as practicable. Haw. R. Pen. P. 50