Process Server in Eleele, HI
Eleele, in Kauai County, is a community where a process server can deliver a summons and complaint, a subpoena, an eviction notice or family court papers. The online order at /order offers a first delivery within 5 business days, 48 hours or 24 hours, and a signed proof of service is emailed after a successful delivery.
Process Server Pricing and Turnaround in Eleele
On Kauai, Eleele customers pay $115 for Standard Island Service with a first attempt within 5 business days, $165 for Rush Priority Service with a first attempt within 48 hours, or $215 for 24-Hour Emergency with a first attempt within 24 hours.
Sheriff or Private Process Server in Kauai County
You are free to choose a private process server. HRCP Rule 4(c) names the sheriff, a deputy, a person specially appointed by the court, any non-party aged 18 or older, and within a county a chief of police or authorized subordinate.
Who May Serve and How: HRCP Rule 4 in Eleele
Eleele is in the Fifth Circuit. Rule 4(d)(1) has the summons and complaint delivered to the person, or left with a suitable resident at the dwelling house or usual place of abode, or delivered to an authorized agent. A neighbor is not included. Rule 4(d)(3) covers businesses. Rule 4(g) requires proof of service to the court promptly and within the response time, and Rule 12(a)(1) generally gives 20 days after service to answer.
Eleele Courts: Where Kauai County Papers Are Filed
From Eleele it is 13.5 miles to Puʻuhonua Kaulike (Lihue), found at 3970 Kaana St, Lihue, HI 96766, which is the only courthouse on file. Landlord-tenant matters, small claims and regular claims run through its Civil Division. The district court hears summary possession and civil claims of up to $40,000. Its small claims limit is $5,000.
Eviction Notices and Summary Possession in Eleele
Under HRS chapter 521, a landlord's written notice ending a month-to-month tenancy is at least 45 days, and a tenant's is at least 28 days. Rent default and breach notices carry a period from the chapter, to be verified in the current statute or the notice, with the landlord or lawyer deciding. See eviction notices.
Subpoena Service, Hospitals and Kauai Police Department Records near Eleele
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital, (808) 338-9431, at 4643 Waimea Canyon Dr, Waimea, HI 96796, is 6.7 miles away. Two hospitals farther out are Wilcox Memorial (13.5 miles) and Samuel Mahelona Memorial (21.3 miles). For police records, the department to name is the Kauai Police Department.
Rule 45(c) lets the sheriff, a deputy or an adult non-party serve a subpoena in Hawaii, and a chief of police or subordinate in a county. If a subpoena seeks documents for a deposition, Rule 45(d)(1) gives the recipient 10 days after service to object in writing. HRS chapter 624D covers other states. See subpoena service.
ZIP Codes and Nearby Communities Around Eleele
ZIP code 96705 is Eleele's, and Hanapepe, just 0.6 miles off, is its closest Kauai neighbor, ahead of Kalaheo (4.2) and Lawai (5.3). See the Kauai County hub.
Eleele Process Server FAQ
Is the sheriff required?
No. Rule 4(c) permits non-party adults aged 18 or older.
Which court is nearest?
Puʻuhonua Kaulike, 13.5 miles away.
What proof is sent?
A signed proof of service by email.