Kalawao County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Division (District Court) • Population: 82
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Maui District Court
Address
2145 Main Street, Wailuku, HI 96793
Phone
(808) 244-2800Court Website
https://www.courts.state.hi.usLocal Tips
- Kalawao County is administered through Maui County courts
- Hawaii small claims limit is $5,000
How to File in Kalawao 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 Kalawao 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 Kalawao County, Hawaii, visit your local courthouse at 2145 Main Street, Wailuku, HI 96793 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 Kalawao County.
In Hawaii, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Kalawao County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Hawaii typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Kalawao County may vary depending on court schedules.
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