Kauai County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Division (District Court) • Population: 73,298
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Kauai District Court
Address
3970 Kaana Street, Room A-105, Lihue, HI 96766
Phone
(808) 482-2303Court Website
https://www.courts.state.hi.usLocal Tips
- Hawaii small claims limit is $5,000
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How to File in Kauai 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 Kauai 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 Kauai County, Hawaii, visit your local courthouse at 3970 Kaana Street, Room A-105, Lihue, HI 96766 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 Kauai County.
In Hawaii, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Kauai County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Hawaii typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Kauai County may vary depending on court schedules.
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