Self-Help Centers & Access to Justice Rooms
The Hawaii Court Self-Help Centers and Access to Justice Rooms are a joint effort of the Hawaii State Judiciary, the Hawaii Access To Justice Commission, the Hawaii State Bar Association, local bar associations, and the Legal Aid Society of Hawaii to help self-represented litigants better understand their rights and the court process. This is a free program provided by the help of volunteer attorneys.
Tumwunun Pwungun Kapwung (Protective Order: Chuukese)
Ei pworous a chok fan iten awora mannapen pworousen annuk, nge esapw awora ourour ren peekin annuk. Me mwen omw kopwe foori ew ammwokut ika anongonong won och pworous non ei link, a wor pesepes omw kopwe pworous ngeni emon sou-annuk ika kokkori ewe Legal Aid Society non Hawaii.
Domestic Violence Action Center
DVAC is the only agency in the State whose services are uniquely designed to provide civil legal assistance and advocacy to domestic abuse victims.
Request a District Court Restraining Order
Information about how to obtain a district court restraining order.
Self-Help Form: TRO District Court - Oahu (First Circuit)
Use this interactive interview if you want to file a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) in District Court of the First Circuit (Oahu). You may apply for a District Court TRO if the person harassing or abusing you is NOT related to you.
Temporary Restraining Orders, Hawaii Island
Information about Temporary Restraining Orders on Hawaii Island
Temporary Restraining Orders, Kauai
Information about Temporary Restraining Orders on Kauai.
Temporary Restraining Orders, Kona
Information about Temporary Restraining Orders in Kona.
Temporary Restraining Orders, Oahu And Maui
Information related to Temporary Restraining Orders on Oahu and Maui.
Video: Temporary Restraining Order: District Court & Family Court
This video provides an overview of and comparison between district court and family court restraining orders.
What to do if your Protective Order is Violated
If you have been granted a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) by a Family Court judge or a District Court judge, the Court has ordered your abuser (the respondent of the TRO) to abide by the conditions set out in the TRO.
What to do with an Out-of-State TRO in Hawaii
This brochure will explain your options are if you have a temporary restraining order (TRO) from another state. In this brochure, TROs refer to TROs from both Family Court and District Court.
Women Helping Women
If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship and needs help staff in West Maui and on Lanai are available 24 hours a day to assist callers in preparing safety plans, respond to general questions about domestic violence, provide referrals, and share additional information about our programs and services.
YWCA of Kauai Family Violence Shelter
Services provided by the Family Violence Shelter include: a 24-hour hotline, counseling, support groups, safety planning, referrals and advocacy, assistance with protective orders, and an emergency shelter.
District Court Forms for Oahu
The Hawaii State Judiciary's available pleading forms for District Court of the First Circuit
Self-Help Centers & Access to Justice Rooms
The Hawaii Court Self-Help Centers and Access to Justice Rooms are a joint effort of the Hawaii State Judiciary, the Hawaii Access To Justice Commission, the Hawaii State Bar Association, local bar associations, and the Legal Aid Society of Hawaii to help self-represented litigants better understand their rights and the court process. This is a free program provided by the help of volunteer attorneys.
Self-Help Form: Relief from District Court Costs
Use this interactive interview if you would like to complete the Relief from Court Costs District court form, asking the court to waive your court filing fees because you cannot afford such costs.
Video: Resources for Court Users
This video provides information about resources available to court users including court self-help centers, language services, mediation, and accommodations for people with disabilities.
Your Guide to Regular Claims Court
The Regular Claims Court is a division of the District Court. The Regular Claims Division hears all civil actions in which the debt, damages or value of property claimed does not exceed $40,000. This court also hears all summary possession cases regardless of the amount sought.
Know Your Rights: Sexual Harassment in Housing
Have you experienced unwanted touching, unwanted sexual advances, sexual jokes, comments, or gestures in your rental housing? Fair housing laws may help you.
Video: Representing Yourself in Court
This video provides general information how to represent yourself at a court or administrative hearing.
Know Your Rights: Sexual Harassment in Housing
Have you experienced unwanted touching, unwanted sexual advances, sexual jokes, comments, or gestures in your rental housing? Fair housing laws may help you.