Process Server in Princeville, HI
Princeville is in Kauai County, and a process server can deliver court papers there, whether a summons and complaint, a subpoena, an eviction notice or family court documents. Use /order to pick a first delivery within 5 business days, 48 hours or 24 hours, and a signed proof of service is emailed after the delivery succeeds.
Process Server Pricing and Turnaround in Princeville
The base option for Princeville is Standard Island Service at $115, with a first attempt within 5 business days. Those who need more speed choose Rush Priority Service at $165 (first attempt within 48 hours) or 24-Hour Emergency at $215 (first attempt within 24 hours).
Sheriff or Private Process Server in Kauai County
HRCP Rule 4(c) means a plaintiff in Princeville does not need the sheriff. A court may specially appoint someone, any non-party aged 18 or older may serve, and a chief of police or authorized subordinate may serve within a county.
Who May Serve and How: HRCP Rule 4 in Princeville
The Fifth Circuit follows Rule 4(d)(1): the summons and complaint go to the individual, to a suitable resident at the dwelling house or usual place of abode, or to an authorized agent. A resort desk or a guard is not included. Rule 4(d)(3) addresses companies. The server's proof of service is made to the court under Rule 4(g), promptly and within the response time, and an answer is generally due 20 days after service under Rule 12(a)(1).
Princeville Courts: Where Kauai County Papers Are Filed
Princeville is 15.2 miles from Puʻuhonua Kaulike (Lihue), 3970 Kaana St, Lihue, HI 96766, the only courthouse on file. Its Civil Division is for small claims, regular claims and landlord-tenant matters. Civil claims up to $40,000 and summary possession cases go to district court. The small claims limit is $5,000.
Eviction Notices and Summary Possession in Princeville
HRS chapter 521 sets 45 days of written notice for a month-to-month landlord and 28 days for a month-to-month tenant. For unpaid rent or a breach, a different period applies; check the current statute or the notice, because the landlord or lawyer decides. Act 278 of 2025 also lets nonpayment evictions go to mediation, which happens ahead of a court filing. See eviction notices.
Subpoena Service, Hospitals and Kauai Police Department Records near Princeville
Three Kauai hospitals are listed. Samuel Mahelona Memorial, phone (808) 822-4961, is the closest at 14.1 miles. Wilcox Memorial, phone (808) 245-1100, follows at 15.2 miles, and Kauai Veterans Memorial, phone (808) 338-9431, is 21.6 miles from Princeville. The Kauai Police Department is the county agency for police records.
Under Rule 45(c), a subpoena may be served by the sheriff, a deputy or an adult non-party in the State, and by a chief of police or subordinate in a county. A recipient of a deposition-related document subpoena can serve written objections within 10 days of service under Rule 45(d)(1). HRS chapter 624D handles cases from other states. See subpoena service.
ZIP Codes and Nearby Communities Around Princeville
Princeville's ZIP code is 96722. Kilauea is 5.3 miles away on Kauai, Anahola 11.8 miles and Wailua Homesteads 12.2 miles. See the Kauai County hub.
Princeville Process Server FAQ
Can resort staff accept my papers?
No. Rule 4(d)(1) lists only the individual, a suitable resident, or an authorized agent.
Which court is nearest?
Puʻuhonua Kaulike, 15.2 miles away.
What proof is sent?
A signed proof of service by email.