Question 1

Where do I contest a traffic ticket in Hawai’i County?

Accepted Answer

Hawai’i County traffic tickets are handled at District Court of the Third Circuit — Hilo Division, District Court of the Third Circuit — Kona Division. Complete the Answer to Notice on the back of your citation (Option 2 to deny, Option 3 to mitigate) under HRS §291D-7, attach a separate written statement of defense, and mail it to the District Court printed on your citation. No payment is required with the answer.

Question 2

How long do I have to respond to a citation in Hawai’i County?

Accepted Answer

21 days from the citation date. Hawaii allows a Written Statement under HRS §291D-7: choose Option 2 (deny) or Option 3 (admit and mitigate) on the back of the citation, attach a separate written statement, and mail it within 21 calendar days. No bond is required. If you denied the infraction and lose the written contest, you have 30 days to request a Trial de Novo.

Question 3

Which agencies issue tickets in Hawai’i County?

Accepted Answer

Common citing agencies include: Hawai’i County PD, Hawaii DOT.

Hawai’i County Traffic Tickets

Courthouses in Hawai’i County

Citing agencies in Hawai’i County

Common Hawaii violations eligible for Written Statement

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