Hawaii Family Court Forms and Filing Resources

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Hawaii publishes its own official family law forms, filing instructions, and self-help materials, but they are spread across several government sites. This page organizes the official Hawaii sources in one place so you can go straight to the right court page for forms, e-filing, rules, and locations.

Hawaii's core family statutes live in the Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 580 - Annulment, Divorce, and Separation. To start a brand new case you generally file your first papers with the court the regular way, then register in JEFS to e-file everything after that.

How the Hawaii court system handles family cases

Family cases in Hawaii are heard in the Family Court. Hawaii runs a dedicated Family Court inside each judicial circuit.

Hawaii has four judicial circuits across its islands, each with a Family Court.

Appeals from a family case generally go first to the Intermediate Court of Appeals, and the state's highest court is the Supreme Court of Hawaii.

Besides the judge, a Magistrate / Commissioner may handle parts of a family case. Besides the judge, a magistrate, commissioner, or referee may hear temporary orders, child support, and uncontested matters - usually subject to a judge's review.

Official Hawaii resources

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Hawaii state courts website (Hawaii judicial branch): The official home of the Hawaii court system, with statewide news, rules, and links to every court. https://www.courts.state.hi.us

Hawaii family law forms (Hawaii judicial branch): The official statewide collection of family law forms published for Hawaii cases. Start here when you need the current version of a form. https://www.courts.state.hi.us/self-help/courts/forms

Hawaii self-help resources (Hawaii courts self-help): Official self-help information for people handling their own Hawaii family case, including instructions and plain-language guides. https://www.courts.state.hi.us/self-help

JEFS (Judiciary Electronic Filing and Service System) (Hawaii State Judiciary): Family Court civil cases like divorce and custody have been e-filable in JEFS since 2022. A self-represented person with an active case can apply for a JEFS account and file online. https://www.courts.state.hi.us/legal_references/efiling

Hawaii court locations (Hawaii judicial branch): Find the courthouse or clerk that serves your county, with locations and contact details. https://www.courts.state.hi.us/court-locations-and-addresses

Hawaii rules of procedure (Hawaii judicial branch): The court rules that control deadlines, service, and how family cases move in Hawaii. https://www.courts.state.hi.us/legal_references/rules

Hawaii mediation and dispute resolution (Hawaii judicial branch): Official information on mediation and alternative dispute resolution options for Hawaii family cases. https://www.courts.state.hi.us/services/alternative_dispute_resolution

Hawaii financial affidavit and disclosure forms (courts.state.hi.us): The official source for the financial disclosure paperwork most Hawaii family cases ask for. https://www.courts.state.hi.us/self-help/courts/forms/family_court_forms

Hawaii child support guideline resources (courts.state.hi.us): Official Hawaii child support guideline materials, worksheets, or calculators. https://www.courts.state.hi.us/self-help/courts/family/child_support_guidelines

Hoʻohiki / eCourt Kōkua (Hawaii courts): Look up existing case records. Access is listed as mixed and the system is organized statewide. https://hoohiki.courts.hawaii.gov/

Frequently used official Hawaii forms

These links open official Hawaii government form documents directly. Courts revise forms, so if a direct link stops working, use the statewide forms collection above to find the current version.

Complaint for Divorce (1F-P-163), form 1F-P-163 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://www.courts.state.hi.us/docs/1FP/1FP163.pdf

Income and Expense Statement (1F-P-081), form 1F-P-081 (Financial Disclosure), official document: https://www.courts.state.hi.us/docs/1FP/1FP081.pdf

Answer to Complaint for Divorce (1F-P-1071), form 1F-P-1071 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://www.courts.state.hi.us/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/1FP1071.pdf

Asset and Debt Statement (1F-P-063), form 1F-P-063 (Financial Disclosure), official document: https://www.courts.state.hi.us/docs/1FP/1FP063.pdf

Divorce Decree, Without Children (1F-P-1056), form 1F-P-1056 (Final Judgment / Final Orders), official document: https://www.courts.state.hi.us/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/1FP1056.pdf

Divorce Decree, With Children (1F-P-746), form 1F-P-746 (Final Judgment / Final Orders), official document: https://www.courts.state.hi.us/docs/1FP/1FP746.pdf

Child Support Guidelines Worksheet (Child Support), official document: https://www.courts.state.hi.us/docs/form/oahu/child_support/csg_a_child_support_worksheet.pdf

Petition to Determine Parentage (1F-P-997A), form 1F-P-997A (Paternity), official document: https://www.courts.state.hi.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1FP997A.pdf

Motion and Declaration for Post-Decree Relief (1F-P-878), form 1F-P-878 (Modification), official document: https://www.courts.state.hi.us/docs/form/oahu/1FP878.pdf

Petition for an Order for Protection (1F-P-752a), form 1F-P-752a (Domestic Violence), official document: https://www.courts.state.hi.us/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/1FP752a.pdf

Filing fees: Divorce filing fee: ~$215.

E-filing link data for Hawaii was last verified June 2026. Report anything outdated through our contact page and we will re-check the official source.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I find official Hawaii family court forms?

The official statewide source is the Hawaii judicial branch forms collection linked on this page. Always download forms from the official site so you have the current version, and check whether your county adds local forms or cover sheets.

Can I e-file my own family case in Hawaii?

Family Court civil cases like divorce and custody have been e-filable in JEFS since 2022. A self-represented person with an active case can apply for a JEFS account and file online. To start a brand new case you generally file your first papers with the court the regular way, then register in JEFS to e-file everything after that.

How much does it cost to file a family case in Hawaii?

Divorce filing fee: ~$215. If you cannot afford the fee, ask the clerk about a fee waiver or indigency application; every state has a process for requesting one.

Which court hears family cases in Hawaii?

Family cases in Hawaii are heard in the Family Court. Hawaii runs a dedicated Family Court inside each judicial circuit.