Find Criminal History Records in Kailua
Criminal history records for Kailua are managed by the Honolulu Police Department and the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center, which serve the entire island of Oahu including the Windward side where Kailua sits. Residents can look up court case records through the Kaneohe District Court, run a statewide criminal history check online through the eCrim system, or visit HPD headquarters in person for a conviction printout. This page covers each option in detail so you know where to go and what to expect.
Kailua Overview
HPD Criminal History for Kailua Residents
The Honolulu Police Department provides law enforcement for Kailua through its Windward patrol district. HPD handles criminal history record requests and police report copies for the entire island, including Windward communities. The Records and Identification Division is the right office to contact when you need a conviction printout or a copy of an incident report linked to a Kailua address or resident.
HPD headquarters is at 801 South Beretania Street, Honolulu, HI 96813. The Records and Identification Division number is (808) 723-3258. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM to 4:00 PM. The HPD non-emergency line at (808) 529-3191 can help if you are not sure which division handles your request. Walk-in service is available during regular hours, but calling ahead can save you a trip if your request type requires a specific form or ID document.
HPD is a state-designated public access site for criminal history record checks under the HCJDC public access program. At HPD, you can get a conviction history printout for $25 per record. Payment is due at the time of the request. This option is available to anyone who visits in person with valid ID. It shows convictions on file with the state system and covers the full record, not just Oahu. For Kailua residents making the drive to Honolulu, this is one of the quickest in-person options for a same-day result.
| Office | HPD Records and Identification Division |
|---|---|
| Address | 801 South Beretania Street Honolulu, HI 96813 |
| Phone | (808) 723-3258 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Website | honolulupd.org |
The image below shows the HPD website, which lists current contact information and instructions for different types of records requests. Check it before your visit to confirm hours and any documentation requirements.
Visit the Honolulu Police Department website for records request details and current contact information serving Kailua.
HPD's site also has information on the Windward patrol district, which covers Kailua, Kaneohe, and other communities on the eastern side of the Ko'olau Range.
Kaneohe District Court and Kailua Cases
Kailua criminal cases are heard at Kaneohe District Court, which serves the Windward side of Oahu. This court handles misdemeanor and petty misdemeanor cases from Kailua and surrounding communities. The courthouse address is 45-939 Pookela St, Kaneohe, HI 96744. The court can be reached by phone at (808) 534-6300. Hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
The Kaneohe District Court has public access terminals in the main entrance lobby on the right side, just before the security station. These terminals let you search court case records at no cost. You can look up case status, hearing dates, and docket entries by name or case number. If you need a printed copy of a document or a certified record, the clerk's counter handles those requests for a per-page fee. It helps to bring the full name of the person on the case or the case number if you have it. Staff can assist with specific lookups but do not run general open-ended searches.
For online case searches, the Hawaii State Judiciary has a public portal at courts.state.hi.us. The system covers district and circuit courts statewide, including the First Circuit which handles Kailua and all of Oahu. You can search by party name, case number, or case type. Docket events and hearing dates appear in results. Full documents are not always included, but the system gives a clear picture of case status without requiring a trip to the courthouse.
The image below shows the Hawaii State Judiciary case records search page, which is the starting point for online court record lookups covering Kailua and Windward Oahu.
Access the Hawaii State Judiciary court records search to look up Kailua criminal cases online through the First Circuit.
The judiciary site also lists public access terminal locations for First Circuit courthouses if you prefer to search in person at a Honolulu facility rather than in Kaneohe.
Statewide Criminal History Through HCJDC
The Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center manages statewide criminal history records for Hawaii. Kailua residents can use HCJDC to get background check results that go beyond what any single court or police district holds. The HCJDC system pulls from all islands and all counties, making it the most complete source for a statewide criminal history record in Hawaii.
eCrim is the HCJDC online portal at ecrim.ehawaii.gov. A name search costs $5. A full criminal history report costs $12. You can run the search from home. Results are based on arrest and conviction data held by HCJDC from agencies across the state. For Kailua residents who need a quick self-service check without making a drive to Honolulu, eCrim is the most direct route. Results are available shortly after payment and submission.
Walk-in and mail requests go to HCJDC at 465 S. King Street, Room 102, Honolulu. The phone number is (808) 587-3279. The HCJDC website at ag.hawaii.gov/hcjdc has forms and detailed instructions. The public access sites page lists all approved in-person locations where you can get a conviction printout across the state. Under Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 846-2.7, authorized agencies may request criminal history with written consent from the subject. Personal requests for your own record can go through eCrim or a walk-in visit. The HCJDC criminal history records check page explains the process step by step.
Additional Kailua Criminal Record Resources
The Hawaii Sheriff Division, Oahu Section, is another state law enforcement contact at (808) 587-5002. The Sheriff Division falls under the Department of Law Enforcement and handles court security and state facility functions. It is not the primary office for routine criminal history requests, but it can answer questions about state law enforcement records and point you to the right agency.
The Hawaii Department of the Attorney General maintains a frequently called numbers directory at law.hawaii.gov. That page lists phone numbers for HCJDC, the Sheriff Division, and other state agencies involved in criminal justice. It is a useful resource when you are not sure which office handles the type of record you need. Kailua residents dealing with legal matters can also contact attorneys or legal aid organizations that can sometimes access records on behalf of clients with signed consent forms.
For questions about what information appears in a criminal history report and what is kept private, the HCJDC site explains the difference between conviction records and arrest records. Not everything that goes into a criminal justice file is public. The rules on what gets released and to whom are set by state statute. If you have a question about a specific record type, calling HCJDC at (808) 587-3279 is the most reliable way to get an accurate answer before you submit a request.
Honolulu County Criminal History Records
Kailua is part of Honolulu County, and all criminal cases and history records for Windward Oahu go through county-level agencies and First Circuit courts. For a broader look at criminal history resources across Honolulu County, including court locations, HPD contacts, and HCJDC access points, visit the county page.
Nearby Cities
These cities are near Kailua on Oahu. Criminal history records for each go through HPD and the First Circuit court system.