Crime Statistics
According to the 2017 FBI Uniform Crime Reporting, the Kauai County Police Department reported a total of 1,996 cases. The report showed a total number of 183 violent crimes. These include no murder case, 45 rapes, 25 robberies, and 113 aggravated assaults. A total of 1,813 property crimes were reported, including 440 burglaries, 1248 larcenies, 125 motor vehicle thefts, and 39 arsons. Compared to the 2016 crime statistics, there is an increase in total crimes reported over the year. There were 1,661 overall crimes recorded in 2016. There was no change in rape cases. However, robberies, aggravated assaults, larceny, motor vehicle theft, and arson rates increased by 16%, 13%, 22%, 47%, and 21%, respectively. Murder and Burglary cases reduced by 100% and 4%, respectively.
How Do I Get Kauai County Criminal Records?
Criminal history records are obtainable at the Kauai County Police Department (KPD). Requesters can get the report by visiting:
3990 Kaana St #200,
Lihue, HI 96766,
Other Police Departments in the county include
Hawaii Department Of Public Safety Sheriff Division - Kauai
Section 3970 Kaana Street
Lihue, HI
Kauai Police Department - Hanalei Division
5 Kuhio Highway
Princeville, HI
Kauai Police Department - Waimea Division
9835 Kaumualii Highway
Waimea, HI
Requesters can quickly gain access to criminal records by using the online service provided by the HCJDC’s Criminal History Record Check. There are two methods of gaining access to online name-based criminal records:
- Request Online: name-based searches can be done on the Adult Criminal Information webpage. Each search session cost $5 or $10 for an official report
- Request via mail: Requesters will have to use this option if the agency does not allow online printouts. Each application costs $20, which is made payable to “State of Hawaii.” The preferred mode of payments is money order and cashier’s check. All completed request form should be mailed to:
Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center
Attn: CHRC Unit
465 S. King Street, Room 102
Honolulu, HI 96813
What are Kauai County Criminal Records?
Details found in criminal record documents may include:
- Name of the person,
- The date of the arrest and charges
- Fingerprints, mugshot details, and booking numbers.
- The officer’s name and agency.
Other personal information included are:
- Date of birth,
- Address,
- Phone number
- Height and weight
- Gender,
- Bail and bond
- Physical description.
The HCJDC maintains the state’s central repository known as Criminal History Record Checks. The online registry is useful for name-based and fingerprint-based searches. Alternatively, interested individuals can equally obtain these records at the Kauai County Police Departments.
Where Can I Find Kauai County Sex Offender Information?
Sex offender information in Kauai County is available on the HCJDC Sex Offender & Covered Offender webpage. Requesters have easy access to this public record, thanks to the State law. Nonetheless, it is essential to note that the file is solely based on conviction and not the extent of the danger posed by the offender.
How do I Visit an Inmate in Kauai County Jail?
The Corrections Division of the Department of Public Safety in Hawaii is in charge of activities in the Kauai Community Correctional Center. Information on how to visit inmates at the correctional center can be gotten on-site at:
3-5351 Kuhio Highway
Lihue, HI 96766
Phone: (808) 241-3050, ext. 244
Fax: (808) 241-3059
Visitors are expected to book an appointment or check if they are on the inmate approved visitors’ list before arriving at the correctional center. Compliance with Visitation rules will enable a smooth visit.
Where and How to Find Kauai County Inmate Information
It is the responsibility of the Kauai County Police Department to create information concerning inmates within the county. At the state level, the Hawaii Corrections Divisions and Jails maintain a state-wide inmate search. Requesters can easily use the search tool to find Kauai County inmate information provided they know the first name, last name, or the number of the inmate.
What are Kauai County Court Records?
Court records in Kauai County contain information like court hearings, dockets, indictment, affidavits, transcripts, and legal statements that are commonly open for public access. According to the Hawaii Uniform Information Practices Act, every member of the public has a right to court records on request. The Kauai County Clerk is tasked with recording and maintaining all court proceedings and related documents in the county. Requesters can obtain court records in person by visiting the office located at:
Kauai County Clerk
4396 Rice Street
Lihue, Hawaii, 96766
(808) 241-4188
At the state level, court records are accessible at the Hawaii State Judiciary. Interested person should submit a completed request form with the appropriate fee via mail to:
Fifth Circuit Courts
Pu’uhonoa Kaulike Building
3970 Ka’ana Street
Lihue, Kauai 96766-1256
Phone: (808) 482-2330
Fax: (808) 482-2553
Location of all Courts in Kauai County
There are three courts in Kauai County: one circuit court, one district, and one family court. The following information contains addresses of the courts in the county.
Kauai Fifth Circuit Court
Pu’uhonua Kaulike Building
3970 Ka’ana Street,
Lihu’e, HI 96766
Phone: (808) 482-2300
Kauai Fifth Circuit District Court
Pu’uhonua Kaulike Building
3970 Ka’ana Street,
Lihu’e, HI 96766
Phone: (808) 482-2645
Kauai Fifth Circuit Family Court
Pu’uhonua Kaulike Building
3970 Ka’ana Street,
Lihu’e, HI 96766
Phone: (808) 482-2391
What are Kauai County Vital Records?
Vital records of Kauai County include information on events such as marriage, divorce, birth, and death that occurred within the county. All vital records in Kauai and other counties in the state are accessible via Hawaii’s Department of Health webpage. Vital records contain sensitive information, which is why they are only available to eligible persons. As a result, interested persons have to apply to the appropriate custodians before they can gain access to the documents. At the county level, Vital Records are obtainable in person at the Kauai District Health Office located at:
3040 Umi Street
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3495
Where and How to Get Kauai County Divorce Records
Divorce records in Kauai County are processed at the court where the divorce took place. County residents seeking such documents should send completed requests via mail to the County Clerk. Eligible requesters must be able to provide information like the date of the petition, the file number of the record, and the spouses.
Where and How to Get Kauai County Marriage Records
Interested parties seeking marriage records can either use the online access or send a completed application form via mail to:
State Department of Health
Office of Health Status Monitoring
Issuance/Vital Statistics Section
PO. Box 3378
Honolulu, HI 96801
A copy of Marriage Records costs $10 and $4 for every additional copy requested at the same time. Marriage Records are only available to people who fall under any of the following categories:
- Bride and Groom
- Children of the married party
- A current or former spouse of either married party
- The legal representative of the married party.
Where and How to Get Kauai County Birth Records and Death Records
All birth records are accessible via the online access provided by the Department of Health Office in Hawaii. For death record requests, usually ordered through the mortuary handling funeral arrangements, requesters will have to use the mail-in service to retrieve such documents. Completed birth or death forms should be mailed to:
State Department of Health
Office of Health Status Monitoring
Issuance/Vital Statistics Section
PO. Box 3378
Honolulu, HI 96801
Each document requested is subject to a $10 fee. All payments payable to the State Department of Health should be in the form of money order, certified check, or cashier’s check.
In addition to government agencies, county public records may also be obtained from third-party websites. These non-government platforms come with intuitive tools that allow for expansive searches. Record seekers may either opt to use these tools to search for a specific record or multiple records. Users are able to search third-party websites remotely for multiple records at a time with just the name of the record subject and their last known location, including the city, county, or state. Third-party sites are not sponsored by government agencies. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.
