To domesticate an out-of-state subpoena in Hawaii under UIDDA, submit your foreign subpoena to the clerk of the appropriate circuit court, along with a Hawaii-formatted subpoena, counsel contact information, and a sworn statement if required. Service must comply with Rule 45 of Hawaii’s Civil Procedure Rules. Hawaii typically does not charge a separate issuance fee, but local court filing fees may apply. No court appearance or local counsel is needed.
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July 31, 2025
Hawaii adopted the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act (UIDDA) effective April 12, 2012—codified at Haw. Rev. Stat. §§ 624D‑1 through 624D‑7. Under this law, an out-of-state subpoena has no legal force in Hawaii unless it is formally domesticated with the local clerk of court where discovery is sought (Justia Law).
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Item |
Description |
| Foreign Subpoena | The original subpoena issued in the originating jurisdiction |
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Hawaii Subpoena Form |
Mirror of foreign subpoena, with court caption |
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Mandatory Sworn Statement (if required) |
Certifies compliance and accuracy |
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Attorney/Party Contact Information |
Names, addresses, and phone numbers of all involved |
| Filing Fee | Clerk fee: typically $0, but check local court schedule |
Note: As of current guidance, Hawaii does not assess a separate fee for the issuance of a UIDDA subpoena; however, general circuit filing fees may apply depending on the case status. Always verify with local court clerk, especially for special proceedings. (Hawaii State Courts, Justia Law, Justia Law, We Serve Law LLC)
Countrywide Process provides the correct forms, instructions, and clerical filing support—but does not prepare the documents.
Retrieve your foreign subpoena and ensure it includes clear discovery requests. Obtain a Hawaii-formatted subpoena form and contact sheet.
Submit the package—foreign subpoena, Hawaii form, contact info, and sworn statement (if needed)—to the clerk of the circuit court in the relevant county where discovery will occur.
The clerk will issue the Hawaii subpoena based on your documents—no court appearance is required.
Have your domesticated subpoena served by a licensed process server in Hawaii in compliance with Rule 45(c). Countrywide Process can coordinate licensed services.
If the recipient files an objection or motion, address it following Hawaii’s civil procedure—motions must be submitted in the circuit where discovery is scheduled.
Ensure it’s enforceable and compliant. Countrywide Process handles court filing and service coordination for you.
Yes. Hawaii adopted the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act, codified at HRS §§ 624D‑1 through 624D‑7
You must submit it to the clerk of the circuit court in the county where the discovery is to be conducted.
No separate issuance fee is generally charged, but circuit court filing fees may apply if a special proceeding is opened.
No. UIDDA allows out-of-state attorneys to request issuance without local counsel or court appearance.
A foreign subpoena, Hawaii‑formatted subpoena request, a sworn statement (if applicable), and contact information for all counsel and parties.
Clerks generally issue the subpoena within 1‑3 business days of correct submission.
It must be served under Rule 45(c), usually by a licensed process server or an adult over 18 who is not a party.
Motions to enforce, quash, or modify must follow Hawaii Rules of Civil Procedure (Rules 26‑31, 34(c), and 45) and be filed in the court circuit where discovery is sought.
Yes. The Hawaii UIDDA allows subpoenas for depositions, document production, and inspection of premises.
No. Countrywide Process provides the correct forms and helps coordinate filing and service—but documentation must be completed by the attorney.
