Process Server in Kilauea, HI
A Kilauea process server on Kauai handles Kauai County papers of every common type, including a summons and complaint, a subpoena, an eviction notice and family court documents. Submit the order at /order for a first delivery within 5 business days, 48 hours or 24 hours, and a signed proof of service reaches you by email once delivery succeeds.
Process Server Pricing and Turnaround in Kilauea
Kilauea service is $115 at the Standard Island Service level, with a first attempt within 5 business days. Paying $165 for Rush Priority Service brings a first attempt within 48 hours, and $215 for 24-Hour Emergency brings a first attempt within 24 hours.
Sheriff or Private Process Server in Kauai County
You do not have to wait for the sheriff. Under Rule 4(c), the court may specially appoint someone, and any non-party at least 18 may serve, as may the county's chief of police or an authorized subordinate.
Who May Serve and How: HRCP Rule 4 in Kilauea
In the Fifth Circuit, Rule 4(d)(1) provides for delivery of the summons and complaint to the individual, or to a suitable resident at the dwelling house or usual place of abode, or to an authorized agent. A coworker does not qualify. Rule 4(d)(3) covers companies. Rule 4(g) puts proof of service before the court promptly and within the response time, and Rule 12(a)(1) generally sets the answer at 20 days after service.
Kilauea Courts: Where Kauai County Papers Are Filed
Puʻuhonua Kaulike (Lihue), 3970 Kaana St, Lihue, HI 96766, is the one courthouse on file, 13.9 miles from Kilauea. Kilauea small claims, regular claims and landlord-tenant matters are routed through its Civil Division. Civil claims up to $40,000 and summary possession are for the district court. The small claims limit is $5,000.
Eviction Notices and Summary Possession in Kilauea
HRS chapter 521 sets month-to-month notice at 45 days in writing for landlords and 28 days for tenants. Notices over rent or a breach have a separate period, to be verified in the current statute or the notice; the landlord or lawyer decides. See eviction notices.
Subpoena Service, Hospitals and Kauai Police Department Records near Kilauea
Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (4800 Kawaihau Rd, Kapaa, HI 96746, (808) 822-4961) is 10.2 miles away. Wilcox Memorial Hospital (3-3420 Kuhio Hwy, Lihue, HI 96766, (808) 245-1100) is 13.9 miles away, and Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital (4643 Waimea Canyon Dr, Waimea, HI 96796, (808) 338-9431) is 24.6 miles away. The Kauai Police Department is the county police agency.
Under Rule 45(c), the sheriff, a deputy or a non-party aged 18 or older may serve a subpoena, and a chief of police or subordinate within a county. A deposition-related document subpoena may be met with written objections within 10 days of service, per Rule 45(d)(1). Another state's case runs through HRS chapter 624D. See subpoena service.
ZIP Codes and Nearby Communities Around Kilauea
Kilauea has ZIP code 96754. Princeville is 5.3 miles away on Kauai, Anahola 7.0 miles and Kapaa 9.1 miles. See the Kauai County hub.
Kilauea Process Server FAQ
Is the sheriff required?
No; any non-party adult may serve under Rule 4(c).
Which court is nearest?
Puʻuhonua Kaulike in Lihue, 13.9 miles away.
What do I get after service?
A signed proof of service by email.