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Hilo District Court

Filing information for Hilo District Court in Hilo, HI. Part of the Hawaii County small claims court system.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$5,000

Courthouse Details

Hilo District Court

777 Kīlauea Avenue

Hilo, HI 96720

Phone: (808) 961-7515Fax: (808) 961-7598

Hours: Counter hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except state holidays. Office hours: 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except state holidays.

Area Served

North and South Hilo, Puna

How to File at Hilo District Court

File in person

Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.

File by mail

Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.

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For statewide rules, see the full Hawaii small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.