Find Criminal Court Records in Kihei

Kihei criminal court records are maintained by Maui County's Second Circuit Court, headquartered in Wailuku. Kihei is a community on Maui's south shore, about 30 minutes from the main courthouse. All circuit and district court cases for Kihei go through the Second Circuit system. You can search Kihei criminal court records for free online through eCourt Kokua, request copies at the Wailuku courthouse, or use the state's criminal history database for conviction information. This guide explains all access methods.

Kihei and the Maui Second Circuit Court System

Kihei is on Maui's south shore and falls under the Second Judicial Circuit, which covers Maui, Molokai, and Lanai. The main courthouse is Hoapili Hale at 2145 Main Street, Wailuku, HI 96793, phone (808) 244-2929. Records Division: (808) 244-2752. Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM to 4:30 PM. The drive from central Kihei to Wailuku is roughly 30 minutes. The Wailuku courthouse handles both Circuit Court matters — felony criminal cases, civil over $40,000, probate — and District Court matters including misdemeanors, traffic violations, and civil cases under $40,000.

Kihei residents with Family Court matters should note that Family Court staff are temporarily located in Kahului rather than at the main Wailuku complex. Contact the Second Circuit at (808) 244-2929 for current Family Court location information. The Lahaina District Court at 1870 Honoapiilani Highway, Lahaina, HI 96761, phone (808) 661-0970 is another option for some West Maui areas, though most Kihei cases route through Wailuku.

The Maui County Police Department at 55 Mahalani Street, Wailuku, HI 96793, phone (808) 244-6345 or 6355, serves Kihei for law enforcement matters. Applicants seeking police criminal history access must appear in person at that location.

Kihei residents use the Second Circuit Court at Hoapili Hale in Wailuku for all criminal, civil, and family court matters including criminal court record requests.

How to Search Kihei Criminal Court Records Online

The primary online search tool for Kihei criminal court records is eCourt Kokua. It's free for basic case information. Filter by Second Circuit to see Maui County cases including Kihei matters. Search by party name, case ID, citation number, or attorney name. Results include case status, hearing dates, party names, docket entries, and case history. The system covers traffic, District Court criminal, Circuit Court criminal, Family (Adult) Court criminal, civil, Land Court, Tax Appeal Court, and appellate cases.

Documents in eCourt Kokua cost $3 for 1 to 30 pages, plus 10 cents per additional page. Subscriptions for unlimited downloads cost $125 per quarter or $500 per year. The system is available Monday through Saturday, 4 a.m. to midnight HST, and Sunday from noon to midnight. Kihei traffic documents are generally only available at the courthouse — not online. Most documents become available for download within three business days of filing, though some appear immediately when a PDF icon is present.

For Family Court civil cases involving Kihei matters, use the Ho'ohiki portal for Second Circuit Family Court case information from 1983 forward. Actual documents aren't downloadable through Ho'ohiki — you'll need to visit the Wailuku courthouse for those.

Kihei Criminal History and Record Checks

For criminal history information related to Kihei arrests and convictions, the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center maintains the statewide system. Their eCrim portal allows online name-based searches for $5 each, showing only Hawaii conviction information. Arrests without convictions, pending cases, and juvenile records are not available through public channels. An official printed report costs $12 per copy.

The Maui County Police Department at 55 Mahalani Street, Wailuku also provides criminal history access as a public access site. Applicants must come in person. HCJDC name-based checks by mail or in-person at HCJDC headquarters cost $30. Fingerprint-based checks cost $55. Payment must be by money order or cashier's check to "State of Hawaii." The HCJDC office is at 465 S. King Street, Room 102, Honolulu, HI 96813. For data questions, call (808) 587-3279.

For Kihei court record copies, standard fees are $1 for the first page and 50 cents for each additional page at the Wailuku courthouse. Certified copies carry an extra $2 fee per document. Bring valid government-issued ID to in-person requests.

Kihei criminal court records and conviction history are accessible through the Second Circuit Court in Wailuku and the HCJDC statewide database.

Kihei Criminal Court Records: Public Access and Restrictions

Criminal court records in Kihei are governed by Hawaii's Uniform Information Practices Act, Chapter 92F HRS. Once charges are formally filed, most criminal case records are public. That includes the complaint or indictment, arraignment records, hearing dates, motions, court orders, and the final judgment. Anyone can search basic case information through eCourt Kokua at no cost, or request copies at the Wailuku courthouse during business hours.

Certain Kihei records are restricted. Juvenile proceedings are confidential under HRS 571-84. Family Court domestic relations records have limited access. Cases sealed by court order are not accessible without a new court order. Ongoing investigations are not part of the public record. Social Security numbers and sensitive personal identifiers are redacted. Non-conviction information — arrests without charges or cases that were dismissed — is confidential under HCJDC policies.

For Kihei residents who are incarcerated or have been, the Maui Community Correctional Center handles Maui County corrections. Mail Office: (808) 243-5102. Property Office: (808) 243-5102. Visits Office: (808) 243-5861. Inmates Account: (808) 243-5282. These contacts are for correctional matters, not court record requests.

The statutory framework for criminal history record checks is found in HRS Section 846-2.7, which governs how state and national checks are conducted for fitness determinations.

Additional Kihei Court Record Resources

For Kihei residents who need to make UIPA record requests from government agencies, the process requires a written request. Under HAR Chapter 2-71, requests must be in writing, include contact information, reasonably describe the record you want, and state how you'd like to receive it. Agencies must respond within 10 business days. The maximum response time is 20 business days from receipt. Fee waivers may be available in certain circumstances.

For Kihei traffic matters, eCourt Kokua provides online access to case information but that display is not an official record and cannot be used as a certified traffic abstract. Certified abstracts must be purchased at the district courthouse in Wailuku. A traffic abstract summarizes moving violations, convictions, and any administrative license revocations. They're often needed for insurance or licensing purposes.

Kihei County and Nearby Maui Cities

Kihei is in Maui County, served by the Second Circuit Court. Nearby Maui communities use the same courthouse system in Wailuku.