Process Server in Waimea (Kauai County), HI
On Kauai, a process server can serve Waimea (Kauai County) with a summons and complaint, a subpoena, an eviction notice or family court papers. At /order you choose 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 Waimea (Kauai County)
Waimea orders run at $115 for Standard Island Service (first attempt within 5 business days), $165 for Rush Priority Service (first attempt within 48 hours) and $215 for 24-Hour Emergency (first attempt within 24 hours).
Sheriff or Private Process Server in Kauai County
Rule 4(c) of the HRCP lets more than the sheriff serve: a person specially appointed by the court, any non-party at least 18, and within the county a chief of police or authorized subordinate.
Who May Serve and How: HRCP Rule 4 in Waimea (Kauai County)
The Fifth Circuit applies Rule 4(d)(1): hand the summons and complaint to the person, or leave them with a suitable resident at the dwelling house or usual place of abode, or deliver them to an authorized agent. A neighbor is not covered. Rule 4(d)(3) addresses companies, and Rule 4(g) puts proof of service before the court promptly and within the response time. In most cases the answer is due 20 days after service under Rule 12(a)(1).
Waimea (Kauai County) Courts: Where Kauai County Papers Are Filed
Puʻuhonua Kaulike (Lihue), at 3970 Kaana St, Lihue, HI 96766, is the one courthouse on file for Waimea, 17.2 miles away. District court takes civil claims up to $40,000 and summary possession cases. Small claims are limited to $5,000. The Civil Division handles small claims, regular claims and landlord-tenant matters.
Eviction Notices and Summary Possession in Waimea (Kauai County)
HRS chapter 521 requires written notice of at least 45 days from a month-to-month landlord and at least 28 days from a month-to-month tenant. Notices for nonpayment or breach have their own 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 Waimea (Kauai County)
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital sits at 4643 Waimea Canyon Dr, Waimea, HI 96796, phone (808) 338-9431, just 0.4 miles away. Wilcox Memorial Hospital is 17.2 miles away and Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital 24.2 miles away. The Kauai Police Department handles police records for the county.
A subpoena may be served by the sheriff, a deputy or a non-party aged 18 or older in Hawaii, and a chief of police or subordinate in a county, per Rule 45(c). A written objection to a deposition-related document subpoena is due within 10 days of service under Rule 45(d)(1). HRS chapter 624D covers other states. See subpoena service.
ZIP Codes and Nearby Communities Around Waimea (Kauai County)
ZIP code 96796 applies. Kekaha is 2.9 miles away on Kauai, Hanapepe 6.4 miles and Eleele 6.9 miles. See the Kauai County hub.
Waimea (Kauai County) Process Server FAQ
Is the sheriff required?
No. Rule 4(c) lets adult non-parties serve.
Which court is nearest?
Puʻuhonua Kaulike, 17.2 miles away.
What proof is sent?
A signed proof of service by email.