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Small Claims Fee Limit in Hawaii

Hawaii's small claims division can hear cases seeking monetary relief up to $5,000. This limit is set by Haw. Rev. Stat. § 633-27, which governs the jurisdiction of the Small Claims Division. The $5,000 ceiling applies to the total amount of damages claimed, excluding interest, costs, and attorney fees. Claims exceeding this amount must be filed in the regular civil court division. The statute also sets out exceptions and procedural rules that affect how the limit is applied. The worked example below demonstrates how the $5,000 cap operates in a typical claim. To estimate whether a specific case falls within this limit, use the DocketMath calculator.

Governing authority

In Hawaii, the small claims fee limit rule is set by Haw. Rev. Stat. § 633-27 (Small Claims Division — Jurisdiction). The verified packet cites Haw. Rev. Stat. § 633-27 (Small Claims Division — Jurisdiction) (https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/hrscurrent/).

Hawaii small claims fee limit: the verified value is $5,000 under Haw. Rev. Stat. § 633-27 (Small Claims Division — Jurisdiction). The verified packet cites Haw. Rev. Stat. § 633-27 (Small Claims Division — Jurisdiction) (https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/hrscurrent/).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the small claims fee limit calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.