Maui County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$315
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Required
Through JEFS
Same-day: filed when received
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$315
Small claims$35
Divorce / family$215 to $265

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $315, the civil filing fee in Maui County is about the same as nearby counties (median $315 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Second Circuit Court - Legal Documents Branch, Hawaii State Judiciary (Hoapili Hale, 2145 Main Street, Suite 106, Wailuku, HI 96793)
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Courthouses in Maui County

CivilCriminalProbate

Circuit Court of the Second Circuit

Address
2145 Main St, Suite 106 (Hoapili Hale), Wailuku, 96793
CivilSmall ClaimsCriminalTraffic

District Court of the Second Circuit, Hana Division

Address
4974 Uakea Rd, Hana, 96713
CivilSmall ClaimsCriminalTraffic

District Court of the Second Circuit, Lahaina Division

Address
1870 Honoapiilani Hwy, Lahaina, 96761
CivilSmall ClaimsCriminalTraffic

District Court of the Second Circuit, Lanai Division

Address
312 Eighth St, Lanai City, 96763
CivilSmall ClaimsCriminalTraffic

District Court of the Second Circuit, Molokai Division

Address
55 Makaena St, Kaunakakai, 96748
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic

District Court of the Second Circuit, Wailuku Division

Address
2145 Main St, Suite 106 (Hoapili Hale), Wailuku, 96793

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Maui County?

    The civil filing fee in Maui County, Hawaii is $315 (Circuit Court complaint/summons, first paper)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Maui County?

    $35 (District Court small claims filing fee)

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Maui County?

    $265 (divorce with minor children) / $215 (divorce without minor children)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Maui County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through JEFS - Judiciary Electronic Filing and Service System. It is mandatory for attorneys.

  • Is there a free online case search for Maui County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at jimspss1.courts.state.hi.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Maui County?

    Filings go to the Second Circuit Court - Legal Documents Branch, Hawaii State Judiciary (Hoapili Hale, 2145 Main Street, Suite 106, Wailuku, HI 96793). You can reach the clerk at (808) 244-2969 (Legal Documents/filings); Family Court (808) 244-2700; District Court (808) 244-2846.

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