Find Dissolution of Marriage Records in Kihei
Kihei is one of the largest communities on the south shore of Maui, and residents who need to search or file for dissolution of marriage go through the Second Circuit Family Court in Wailuku. The court is located at Hoapili Hale, about 20 miles north of Kihei. You can look up case information online for free or go to the courthouse in person to get copies of filed documents. This page covers how to find records, what to expect when filing, the fees involved, and where to get forms and local help.
Kihei Overview
Where Kihei Residents File Dissolution of Marriage Cases
All dissolution of marriage cases for Kihei and the rest of Maui County are handled by the Second Circuit Family Court. The courthouse is Hoapili Hale at 2145 Main Street in Wailuku, the county seat. While Kihei does not have its own family court, Hoapili Hale is the central filing point for all of Maui Island as well as Molokai and Lanai.
The court processes new filings, holds hearings, and maintains all case records. You can visit in person during business hours or reach the court by phone. For questions about records specifically, call the Family Court records line at (808) 244-2969. General court inquiries go to (808) 244-2700.
| Court | Second Circuit Family Court |
|---|---|
| Address | Hoapili Hale 2145 Main Street Wailuku, HI 96793 |
| Phone | (808) 244-2700 |
| Records Line | (808) 244-2969 |
| Kids First | (808) 244-2770 |
| ADA Requests | (808) 244-2855 or adarequest@courts.hawaii.gov |
If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact the court before your visit. The court can make arrangements for accessible services during hearings or when you come in to file.
Dissolution of Marriage Filing Process for Kihei
Hawaii law under Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 580 governs all dissolution of marriage cases statewide. Section 580-1 gives the Family Court in the circuit where a spouse is domiciled exclusive jurisdiction. For Kihei residents, that is the Second Circuit. You must have lived in Hawaii for at least six months before you can file.
Hawaii is a no-fault state. Under HRS Section 580-41, the main ground for dissolution is that the marriage is "irretrievably broken." You can also file if you and your spouse have lived apart for two or more years. You do not need to prove fault and you do not need your spouse to agree to the divorce. If you were married somewhere else, that does not matter. What counts is that you live in Hawaii now. Military members stationed here can satisfy the residency requirement.
Once you file the complaint, the other spouse has to be served. After service, the court requires a 30-day waiting period before the case can move toward a final decree. Uncontested dissolution cases in Maui County typically take two to three months from filing to final order. If the case is contested and goes to hearings or trial, expect nine to eighteen months or more.
The Hawaii State Judiciary's divorce facts page covers the key rules Kihei and Maui County residents need to know before they file a dissolution of marriage case.
If children are part of the case, both parents are typically required to complete a parenting program. Kids First can be reached at (808) 244-2770. The program must be completed before the court will enter a final decree involving custody or visitation.
Dissolution of Marriage Forms for Kihei and Maui County
Official court forms for Second Circuit dissolution cases are available at no cost through the Hawaii State Judiciary. The Maui Family Court forms page has the complete current set. You can download and print them at home, or pick up copies at Hoapili Hale.
The Maui Family Court forms page provides every document needed for a dissolution of marriage case in Kihei and throughout Maui County.
The forms you will most likely need include the Complaint for Divorce with Automatic Restraining Order and Summons, the Answer to Complaint, an Income and Expense Statement, and an Asset and Debt Statement. If your case involves children, you will also need a parenting plan and the notice to attend Kids First. Uncontested cases have checklist forms that walk you through each step so nothing gets missed.
Filing fees are $215 for cases without children and $265 for cases with children. Fee waivers are available for people who qualify based on low income. Ask the clerk at Hoapili Hale about the fee waiver application. Payment is made at the time of filing.
How to Search Kihei Dissolution of Marriage Records
Court records for Kihei dissolution cases are public records maintained by the Second Circuit Family Court. You can search them online for free or get copies in person or by mail. The Hawaii State Judiciary records search page explains all available options.
The free online tool is eCourt Kokua. You do not need to register. It shows party names, case numbers, hearing dates, and docket activity. Data updates daily but may be up to 48 hours behind. Ho'ohiki covers Family Court civil records from 1983 forward. Use either tool to confirm a case exists and find the case number before you request copies. The Second Circuit Court records page on RecordsFinder also has useful reference information on Maui court access.
For actual document copies, you have three options. You can go to Hoapili Hale in person and request copies at the Legal Documents Branch in Room 106. You can order online through the eCourt system, with document downloads costing $3 for 1 to 30 pages and $0.10 per page after that. Or you can send a mail request. Mail requests take 15 to 20 business days. If you do not have a case number, include a $5 name search fee with your request. Mail payments must be a money order, cashier's check, or certified check. No personal checks are accepted.
Divorce Certificates from the State
The Hawaii Department of Health Vital Records office issues divorce certificates separate from court records. A certificate only confirms that a divorce occurred. It does not include property terms, custody arrangements, or other details from the decree. These certificates are only available for divorces that occurred between July 1951 and December 2002. The Department of Health stopped issuing new divorce certificates effective February 1, 2026. For anything outside that range, contact the Second Circuit Family Court directly.
Maui County Dissolution of Marriage Records
Kihei is in Maui County. The Second Circuit Family Court at Hoapili Hale in Wailuku handles all dissolution of marriage cases for the county. The Maui County page has more detail on court procedures, forms, fees, and records access across the full county.
Nearby Cities
These cities are near Kihei on Maui. Dissolution of marriage cases for all of them go through the Second Circuit Family Court in Wailuku.