Since the COLB lists Honolulu as place of birth, then why is the COLB necessary as a birth certificate? Arn’t COLBs for adopted or foreign born children?
Not necessarily.
This thread explains the different type of documents loosly called birth certificates created in the state of HI. It explains it better than any one here can in greater detail.
http://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2301706/posts
Also read this primer for a better understanding.
http://freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2275574/posts