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HI County Guide

Maui County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Division (District Court) • Population: 164,754

$5,000
Maximum Claim
$35 - $90
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Hoapili Hale (Wailuku Courthouse)

Address

2145 Main Street, Wailuku, HI 96793

Local Tips

  • Hawaii small claims limit is $5,000
  • Service Center at Room 141 for document assistance

How to File in Maui County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Hawaii small claims court (up to $5,000)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Maui County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Division (District Court)

4

Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit

5

Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses

6

Attend the in-person hearing and present your case

Statute of Limitations in Hawaii

6 years
Written Contracts
6 years
Oral Contracts
2 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in Hawaii

No appeals from small claims decisions
Security deposit cases up to $5,000

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Maui 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 Maui County.

In Hawaii, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Maui County small claims hearings.

From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Hawaii typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Maui County may vary depending on court schedules.

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