Honolulu County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Division (District Court) • Population: 1,016,508
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Honolulu District Court
Address
1111 Alakea St, Honolulu, HI 96813
Phone
(808) 538-5100Court Website
https://www.courts.state.hi.usLocal Tips
- Small claims forms available at the district court clerk's office
- Limited parking — consider public transit to downtown Honolulu
- Hawaii small claims limit is $5,000
How to File in Honolulu County
Determine if your case qualifies for Hawaii small claims court (up to $5,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Honolulu County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Division (District Court)
Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit
Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses
Attend the in-person hearing and present your case
Statute of Limitations in Hawaii
Important Rules in Hawaii
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Honolulu County, Hawaii, visit your local courthouse at 1111 Alakea St, Honolulu, HI 96813 or the Small Claims Division (District Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($35 - $90), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $5,000.
The maximum you can sue for in Hawaii small claims court is $5,000. This limit applies to all counties including Honolulu County.
In Hawaii, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Honolulu County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Hawaii typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Honolulu County may vary depending on court schedules.
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