Hawaii: rules and deadlines at a glance

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Claim deadlines · Small claims limits · Property division · Dog bite rules · Shared fault rules · Security deposit rules · Eviction notice rules · Property tax rates

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Filing deadlines (statute of limitations)

Property damage	2 years

Claim deadlines

Acknowledge	15 working days
Accept or deny	Reasonable time; written explanation of any delay after 30 days
Pay	Undisputed amount within 30 days after accepting liability

Small claims limits Single detailed source

Dollar limit	$5,000 (no cap for security deposit cases)
Filing fee	$35
Lawyers	Allowed, except security deposit cases

Property division

System	Equitable distribution
Opt-in community property	No

Dog bite rules Single detailed source

Rule	Mixed
Details	Negligence, unless the dog is known to be dangerous

Shared fault rules

Rule	Modified comparative negligence (51% bar)
When you are barred	Barred if you are 51% or more at fault

Security deposit rules Single detailed source

Maximum deposit	1 month's rent, plus a pet deposit up to 1 more month
Return deadline	14 days

Eviction notice rules Checked on official source

Notice before filing	10 calendar days to pay (since Feb. 5, 2026)

Property tax rates

Effective rate	0.29%
On a $300,000 home	$870 a year