Process Server in Kaiminani, HI
Kaiminani is in Hawaii County on the Big Island, and a process server can deliver a summons and complaint, a subpoena, an eviction notice or family court papers here. Start at /order, choose a first delivery within 5 business days, 48 hours or 24 hours, and a signed proof of service is emailed once the papers have been delivered.
Process Server Pricing and Turnaround in Kaiminani
Standard Island Service at $115 offers a first attempt within 5 business days. Rush Priority Service at $165 offers a first attempt within 48 hours. 24-Hour Emergency at $215 offers a first attempt within 24 hours. If inter-island travel is involved, the cost is quoted when you order.
Sheriff or Private Process Server in Hawaii County
Some people worry about whether the sheriff must serve. HRCP Rule 4(c) provides that the sheriff or a deputy may, that a person specially appointed by the court may, and that any non-party aged 18 or older may, with the chief of police or an authorized subordinate also able to serve in any county.
Who May Serve and How: HRCP Rule 4 on Hawaii Island
Hawaii Island belongs to the Third Circuit, and Rule 4(d)(1) lets a server reach an individual in three ways: put the summons and complaint in the person's hands, leave them at the dwelling house or usual place of abode with someone of suitable age and discretion who lives there, or give them to an authorized agent. Anyone else, such as a neighbor, does not count by that fact alone.
Rule 4(d)(3) provides for companies through an officer, a managing or general agent, or another authorized agent. Once the papers are served, proof of service goes to the court under Rule 4(g), promptly and within the response time. An answer is generally due 20 days after service under Rule 12(a)(1), subject to a different time set by statute or order. No fixed deadline for completing service is in the Rule 4 text we verified.
Kaiminani Courts: Where Hawaii County Papers Are Filed
The Kona side is closest. Keahuolū Courthouse (Kona), 74-5451 Kamakaeha Ave, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, is 7.7 miles from Kaiminani. South Kohala District Court (Waimea Civic Center), 67-5187 Kamamalu St, Kamuela, HI 96743, is 28.8 miles away, and Hale Kaulike (Hilo), 777 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, is 60.1 miles away.
District court hears civil actions up to $40,000 and summary possession cases. Small claims are limited to $5,000. The circuit court is the court of general jurisdiction.
Eviction Notices and Summary Possession in Kaiminani
HRS chapter 521 governs rental notices. A landlord ending a month-to-month tenancy gives written notice at least 45 days before termination, and a tenant ending one gives written notice at least 28 days before. The notice period for unpaid rent or a breach is also in chapter 521, so check the current statute or the notice. The landlord or lawyer decides. Hawaii began a mediation program for nonpayment evictions in 2026 under Act 278 of 2025, which applies before a case is filed. See eviction notices.
Subpoena Service, Hospitals and Hawaii Police Department Records near Kaiminani
One hospital is listed, Kona Community Hospital at 79-1019 Haukapila St, Kealakekua, HI 96750, (808) 322-9311, 17.2 miles away. The Hawaii Police Department is the county police agency.
Rule 45(c) lets the sheriff, a deputy or a non-party aged 18 or older serve a subpoena in the State, and a chief of police or subordinate in a county. The witness gets a copy, generally with the one-day attendance fee and the legal travel allowance. Rule 45(d)(1) allows written objections to a deposition-related document subpoena within 10 days of service. For discovery in a case from another state, HRS chapter 624D has the circuit court clerk in the circuit where discovery is sought issue a Hawaii subpoena. See subpoena service.
ZIP Codes and Nearby Communities Around Kaiminani
Kaiminani's ZIP code is 96740. On Hawaii Island, Kaloko is 3.7 miles away, Kailua (Hawaii County) 7.8 miles and Holualoa 8.2 miles. See the Hawaii County hub.
Kaiminani Process Server FAQ
Is a sheriff required for service?
No, Rule 4(c) lets any non-party aged 18 or older serve.
Which courthouse is nearest?
Keahuolū Courthouse in Kona, 7.7 miles away.
Can papers go to a neighbor island?
Yes. The cost of any inter-island travel is quoted at the time you order.