Search Maui County Criminal Records

Maui County criminal records are held by the Maui County Police Department and the Second Circuit Court in Wailuku. The county covers the islands of Maui, Lanai, and Molokai, and residents can request arrest records, police reports, and court case information through several official channels. Whether you need a basic record search or a certified criminal history check, this guide explains where to go, what to ask for, and what to expect when you look up criminal records in Maui County.

Maui County Police Department Criminal Records

The Maui County Police Department is the first place to go for arrest records and police reports. The Records and Identification Section at headquarters in Wailuku handles all requests. You can get records online, by fax, by mail, or in person. The department covers Maui, Lanai, and Molokai islands, with district stations in Lahaina, Kihei, Hana, Molokai, and Lanai. All records requests are processed at the main office regardless of where an incident took place.

The Maui County Police Department provides an online public records portal where you can submit and track requests. You create an account, fill out the form, and receive electronic copies of approved records through the system. The portal complies with Hawaii's Uniform Information Practices Act. For records that require a fee, payment is handled through the portal. Processing takes up to ten business days. This online method works well if you need a copy of an incident report or arrest record from a specific date.

The Maui County Police Department website provides access to the online public records portal, contact information for the Records Section, and details on requesting police reports and criminal records for the islands of Maui, Lanai, and Molokai.

Mail and fax requests to Maui County Police must include your phone number, email address, and a valid copy of your photo ID. For fingerprint-based background checks, you need to submit a fingerprint card along with the $25.00 fee. The department also handles arrest warrant searches at the Records Section. Arrest warrants in Maui County do not expire. They stay active until executed by law enforcement, though a court can cancel an unexecuted warrant or reissue it while a charge is pending.

What Maui County Arrest Records Contain

Arrest records in Maui County document the details of each incident at the time of custody. These records are part of the public file held by the police department. The depth of information varies based on the charge type and how far a case progressed in the court system.

A standard Maui County arrest record typically includes the date, time, and location of the arrest. It also shows the full name of the person arrested, their race, age, and sex, along with a report number and the specific offense. The arresting officer's name appears on the record. Court information and release details, including the date and how the person was released, are also part of the file. Additional information may include prior arrest history, probation or parole status, and property seized at the time of the arrest. Victim and witness information is usually redacted from records released to the public.

Retention periods vary by case outcome. Felony conviction records are permanent. Misdemeanor records are kept for at least ten years. Arrests that did not lead to charges are retained for a minimum of five years. Juvenile records are handled separately and are sealed when the subject turns 18. Different agencies, including the police department and the courts, maintain separate record systems with their own retention rules.

Note: Maui County recorded 705 arrests in 2020, down from 967 the prior year. Larceny theft was the most common offense, followed by burglary and motor vehicle theft.

Second Circuit Court - Maui County

The Second Circuit Court handles all criminal, civil, family, and traffic cases for Maui County. It is located at Hoapili Hale in Wailuku. Criminal cases that begin at the district court level may move to the circuit court for arraignment, preliminary hearings, and trial. Sentencing hearings take place here after a conviction. If you need court records for a criminal case in Maui County, the Second Circuit Court is where those files are kept.

Court records can be searched online through eCourt Kokua, the Hawaii State Judiciary's public records portal. Basic case information is free. Downloadable documents cost $3.00 per document, and certified copies are $5.00 each. The system lets you search by party name, case ID, or citation number. You can also search in person at the courthouse. Public access terminals for eCourt Kokua are available at the Second Circuit Court building at no charge.

District Court criminal cases filed before August 2012 are not available through eCourt Kokua. For older records, contact the clerk's office directly. The Maui County Clerk's Office can be reached at (808) 270-7749 for public records assistance. Most court records are open to the public. Some confidential cases and sealed documents may require prior court approval before access is granted.

Criminal History Checks for Maui County

Hawaii uses a centralized criminal records system for background checks. The Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center manages this system for the whole state. Maui County residents and employers can access criminal history through HCJDC using several methods.

The HCJDC criminal history record check page explains all options. Online searches through eCrim cost $5.00 per name search. An official eCrim report costs $12.00 and is emailed after payment. In-office name-based checks at HCJDC cost $30.00, with certified copies adding $20.00. Mail-in fingerprint checks cost $35.00. These checks cover conviction data statewide, not just Maui County. The results reflect records from all Hawaii counties.

The HCJDC maintains a network of public access sites across Hawaii where you can run a name-based criminal history check for $25.00 per printout. One of these sites is located at the Maui County Police Department at 55 Mahalani Street in Wailuku. Call (808) 244-6345 for details on using the public access terminal at that location.

There is also a public access site at Maui County Police headquarters specifically for criminal history checks. You go there in person, provide the subject's name and date of birth, and pay the $25.00 fee. The check runs against the HCJDC statewide database. These printouts are useful for personal reference. Some agencies may not accept them in place of an official HCJDC report, so check with the receiving organization first.

The Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center website at ag.hawaii.gov/hcjdc outlines all criminal history check options available to Maui County residents, including online access through eCrim, in-office services, and mail-in procedures for both name-based and fingerprint-based searches.

Maui Community Correctional Center

The Maui Community Correctional Center is the main detention facility for Maui County. It holds pre-trial detainees and sentenced misdemeanants. The booking process includes photographing, fingerprinting, and collecting personal information. Bail and bond are governed by state law and subject to court approval.

Inmate lookup for Maui County is available through the Hawaii Department of Public Safety VINE/SAVIN notification service. This system provides current custody status information for people held at the Maui facility. Visitation requires scheduling in advance, and specific rules on visit length and frequency apply. The facility can be reached directly for questions about an inmate's status.

Hawaii Law and Criminal Records Access

Hawaii criminal records law governs what the public can see and how agencies must respond to requests. The main statute covering criminal history records is Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 846. This chapter sets the rules for how the HCJDC collects, stores, and releases criminal history record information. It covers both name-based and fingerprint-based checks, and defines which agencies are authorized to request certain types of records.

Public access to government records more broadly is governed by Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 92F, known as the Uniform Information Practices Act (UIPA). This law applies to all Maui County agencies including the police department and the courts. Under UIPA, most government records are open to the public unless a specific exemption applies. Agencies must respond to requests within a reasonable time. Maui County's online public records portal was built to comply with this law.

Arrest records without a conviction are still considered criminal records under state law. They are not automatically sealed or removed just because charges were dropped or not filed. If you believe your record is inaccurate, you can challenge it through HCJDC. The dispute process is outlined on the HCJDC website. Expungement of eligible records is handled through the state judiciary system, not the police department.

Note: HCJDC does not handle juvenile records. Juvenile record checks must go through the Hawaii State Judiciary Family Court Juvenile Records Department at (808) 954-8190.

Cities in Maui County

Maui County includes several communities across Maui, Lanai, and Molokai. Criminal records for all of these areas are handled through the Maui County Police Department and the Second Circuit Court in Wailuku.

Other communities in Maui County include Lahaina, Hana, Kula, Makawao, Paia, Molokai, and Lanai City. All criminal cases for these areas go through the same Second Circuit Court system in Wailuku.

Nearby Counties

Hawaii is made up of a small number of counties, each covering one or more islands. If you are searching for criminal records and are not sure which county applies, check where the incident or court case took place.