Kahului Felony Records
Kahului felony records are part of the Maui County criminal justice system, accessible through the Maui Police Department, the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center, and the Second Circuit Court in nearby Wailuku. Kahului is the largest commercial hub on Maui, and while the Maui Police Department's main office is in Wailuku, it serves all of Maui County including Kahului. If you need to search for a felony case or get a copy of a criminal record connected to Kahului, this guide walks through the key resources and how each one works.
Kahului Overview
Kahului Felony Records Through the Maui Police Department
The Maui Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency for all of Maui County, including Kahului. The main station is located at 55 Mahalani Street in Wailuku, just a few miles from central Kahului. All arrest records, incident reports, and related documentation for Kahului cases run through this department.
To request records, contact MPD at (808) 244-6400 and have the incident details and your valid ID ready when you call. For in-person requests, go to the main station in Wailuku during business hours. The public access terminal at Maui PD shows conviction records. Printouts cost $25. If you need copies of documents, staff can process those for you. Have as much detail as possible about the case: the name of the person, approximate date of the incident, and case or report number if known.
The Maui Police Department website has information on department services, records requests, and how to contact them. Requests for records related to ongoing investigations may be limited. Closed case files are generally available with proper request and identification.
Note: You can also contact the MPD records division directly at (808) 244-6345 or (808) 244-6355 for questions specific to record access and fees.
Kahului Felony Records Through HCJDC
The Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center maintains the state's central criminal history database. This is the most comprehensive source for felony records in Hawaii. Any arrest, charge, or conviction that flowed through the state court system is captured here. For Kahului residents and cases processed through Maui County courts, those records are part of the HCJDC system.
HCJDC runs eCrim, an online search tool for criminal history records. A name search costs $5. A full criminal history report is $12. Both are available at ag.hawaii.gov/hcjdc. The system covers all counties in Hawaii, so one search will return records from across the state.
HCJDC also has public access terminal locations where you can search in person. These terminals show conviction records only. Arrest records without a resulting conviction are not shown at public terminals. The printout fee is $25 at these sites.
The legal authority for criminal history record access is set out in Hawaii Revised Statutes § 846-2.7, which defines who can request criminal history records and what information can be released.
Second Circuit Court and Kahului Felony Cases
All felony cases originating in Kahului are heard at the Second Circuit Court in Wailuku. The courthouse is at 2145 Main Street, Wailuku, HI 96793. Court hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The clerk's office phone number is (808) 244-2929.
The Second Circuit Court handles felony arraignments, trials, sentencing, and post-conviction matters for all of Maui County. Kahului cases follow this path: arrest and booking through Maui PD, first appearance at the district court level, then transfer to circuit court for felony proceedings. Most case records are accessible to the public.
You can search court records online at no cost through eCourt Kokua. Go to courts.state.hi.us to search by party name or case number. Results show case summaries, hearing schedules, and docket entries. To get certified copies of documents, you need to contact the clerk's office directly or visit in person. Certified copies cost $2.00 per page plus a $2.00 certification fee.
Victim Notification and Case Status in Kahului
If you are a crime victim or family member trying to track a Kahului felony case, Hawaii has a victim notification service available statewide. The SAVIN program (Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification) lets you sign up to get alerts about changes in an offender's custody status. Call 1-877-VINE-4-HI to register or ask questions about how the service works.
For questions about the prosecution side of a case, the Maui County Department of Prosecuting Attorney handles felony charges for all of Maui County. Their office is at 150 South High Street in Wailuku, reachable at (808) 270-7777. If you want to know the status of a case or have concerns about charges, the prosecuting attorney's office is a direct contact.
The Maui County government website also has links to county services, department contacts, and public safety resources that may be helpful depending on what you are looking for.
Open Records Law and Kahului Felony Records
Hawaii's Uniform Information Practices Act gives the public the right to access government records. The Office of Information Practices administers the law and can help if your records request is denied improperly.
Criminal court records in Hawaii are generally public. You can view case summaries, get copies of judgments, and check docket entries for most felony cases. Some records are sealed by court order, particularly those involving juveniles or cases where the court has determined that disclosure would harm a protected interest. If a records request is denied, the denying agency must provide a reason. If the reason does not hold up, the OIP reviews the denial.
The Hawaii Department of the Attorney General oversees criminal justice data policies at the state level and can provide further guidance on what records are available and under what rules.
Expungement of Felony Records in Kahului
If you have a felony arrest or conviction from Maui County, you may be able to apply for expungement through the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center. Expungement limits public access to a criminal record. Not all felonies qualify, and the rules differ depending on the charge type and how the case ended.
HCJDC handles expungement applications for Hawaii. Visit their expungement page for forms, eligibility information, and processing details. You can also call HCJDC at (808) 587-3279 to ask about your specific situation. If you are unsure whether you qualify, legal aid organizations serving Maui County can help you assess your options at little or no cost.
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Maui County Felony Records
Kahului is part of Maui County. All felony cases here go through the county's court system, Maui PD, and HCJDC. Visit the Maui County page for a complete overview of felony record resources across the county.