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About Hawaii Open Public Records
The Office of Information Practices, OIP was created by the Legislature in 1988 and promotes open and transparent government in Hawaii. OIP administers both the Uniform Information Practices Act, UIPA which requires open access to government records and the Sunshine Law which requires open public meetings. Exceptions to the general rule include records which, if disclosed, would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. There are five major islands of Hawaii and four counties, all of which were created in 1905. There are no separately incorporated cities in the entire state. No formal level of government exists below that of the county in Hawaii. Criminal history records are provided online by the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center. The Attorney General in the State of Hawaii is responsible for the statewide criminal history record information system, CJIS-Hawaii, the statewide Automated Fingerprint Identification System. Any member of the public can request felony and misdemeanor criminal convictions. Discover Hawaii public records within quick reach using easily accessible links to state, county, and city websites. These sites reveal a multitude of information regarding facts, statistics, and resources useful to Hawaiian citizens on an ongoing basis. Find and request birth, death, and other vital records online. Access directories for each county and city containing valuable information about government, available public services and resources, and how to access them. Read current news and event information, which is being constantly refreshed. Learn about businesses in Hawaii and the people who own them. Obtain facts regarding real estate and land values and see what households look like in the state. Demographic, employment and income data are also available. Read crime reports and statistics and request criminal and court records from official Hawaii websites. Obtain education and background information regarding Hawaiian residents.
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  • Are individuals able to obtain arrest information from the State of Hawaii?
    Individuals can obtain arrest information from the state of Hawaii through the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center. While the center provides an online electronic search for individual convictions, it is important to note that this does not encompass all arrest records, as not all arrests lead to prosecution or conviction. For more comprehensive arrest information, it is advisable to contact the specific law enforcement agency, such as the sheriff's department, that made the arrest. Generally, arrest records are considered public information, although there may be certain exceptions and guidelines that apply. For more details, you can visit the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center's website at https://ag.hawaii.gov/hcjdc/.
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  • Where can I find information in Hawaii about whether law enforcement provides criminal arrest searches?
    In Hawaii, criminal arrest records can be obtained directly from the police department that made the arrest. These records are specific to individual incidents and are not the same as a comprehensive criminal background check. To conduct a thorough search, you can utilize the services of the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center (HCJDC), which is managed by the Office of the Attorney General. The HCJDC offers online background checks, and you can also visit their office in Honolulu for in-person requests. For more information, you can visit the HCJDC website at https://ag.hawaii.gov/hcjdc/.
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  • Where can I find free access to divorce records in Hawaii?
    Court records in Hawaii can be accessed for free through the Hawaii State Judiciary's online portal. You can visit the Ho'ohiki website, which provides access to civil and criminal court records. To access these records, go to the Hawaii State Judiciary's official site and navigate to the Ho'ohiki link. After reviewing the disclaimer, you will be directed to a search page where you can choose various options to search for divorce records. For more information, visit https://www.courts.state.hi.us/legal_references/records/search_court_records.
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Hawaii Latest Crime Records (Updated 05/22/2026)
  • Number of Participating Agencies:
    4
  • Population Covered:
    1,446,146
  • Total Offenses:
    27,737
  • Arson:
    354
  • Bribery:
    0
  • Burglary/Breaking & Entering:
    1,949
  • Counterfeiting/Forgery:
    420
  • Destruction/Damage/Vandalism:
    1,263
  • Embezzlement:
    42
  • Extortion/Blackmail:
    141
  • Fraud Offenses:
    3,282
  • Larceny/Theft Offenses:
    15,662
  • Motor Vehicle Theft:
    3,532
  • Robbery:
    544
  • Stolen Property Offenses:
    548