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State
Hawaii
County seat
Wailuku
Population
168,307
Area
2,398 sq mi
Founded
1905
Cities and towns
17

Maui County offices and records

Sheriff & Law Enforcement. Maui County Sheriff's Office is responsible for maintaining law and order in Maui County, particularly in unincorporated areas.

Law Enforcement & Arrests. Law enforcement in Maui County is primarily handled by the Maui Police Department, headquartered at 55 Mahalani Street, Wailuku, HI 96793 (phone: 808-244-6400). Hawaii does not have traditional county sheriffs; instead, the Hawaii Department of Public Safety Sheriff Division provides court security, prisoner transport, and service of legal documents statewide. For arrest records in Maui County, citizens may submit requests under Hawaii's Uniform Information Practices Act (UIPA), codified in Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 92F, which governs public access to government records. The Maui Community Correctional Center (MCCC), located at 600 Waiale Road, Wailuku, HI 96793 (phone: 808-243-5900), serves as Maui County's primary detention facility for pre-trial detainees and sentenced misdemeanants.

Arrest Records. Arrest records in Maui County are maintained by Maui County Sheriff's Office and the Maui Police Department.

Mugshots & Booking Photos. Mugshots in Maui County are taken and retained by Maui County Sheriff's Office during the booking process. These booking photos are part of the arrest records and can be accessed through official requests to the Sheriff's Office. While some mugshots may be available through third-party websites, the most reliable source is the Sheriff's Office or court records.

There are no federally recognized tribal lands or tribal police within Maui County. Visitors can also contact Crime Stoppers Maui at 808-242-6966 for anonymous tips regarding criminal activity. The Maui Chamber of Commerce, located at 55 North Market Street, Wailuku, HI 96793 (website: mauichamber.com, phone: 808-244-0081), provides business support services, networking, and advocacy, though it does not maintain official business records. The judiciary in Maui County operates under the Hawaii State Judiciary system, with the Second Circuit Court serving Maui County. The Second Circuit Court is, Wailuku, HI 96793 (phone: 808-244-2800) and has jurisdiction over felony criminal cases, civil cases exceeding $40,000, probate, family court matters including divorce and child custody, and appeals from lower courts. Maui County Court of the Second Circuit, also at 2145 Main Street (phone: 808-244-2929), handles misdemeanors, traffic violations, civil cases up to $40,000, landlord-tenant disputes, and restraining orders. At Maui County level, the County of Maui Department of Finance, Licensing Division, located at 70 East Kaahumanu Avenue, Suite A-18, Kahului, HI 96732 (phone: 808-270-7855), issues various business licenses and permits. Vital records for Maui County, including birth and death certificates, are primarily managed by the Hawaii State Department of Health, Office of Health Status Monitoring, Vital Records Section, located at 1250 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813 (phone: 808-586-4533). Property and land records for Maui County are maintained by the Hawaii Bureau of Conveyances, a state agency that serves all counties. The Maui District Office is located at 54 South High Street, Room 208, Wailuku, HI 96793 (phone: 808-984-8110).

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Where can I find mugshots or booking photos in Maui County, Hawaii?

Mugshots and booking photos in Maui County, Hawaii, are typically available through the Maui Police Department. You can request these records by contacting their Records Section. Some information may be accessible through the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center's online portal, though availability can vary based on privacy laws and regulations.

How do I get a criminal background check in Maui County, Hawaii?

To obtain a criminal background check in Maui County, Hawaii, you need to contact the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center. They provide background checks for the entire state, including Maui County. You can request a check online through their eCrim service or by submitting a request form in person or by mail. Fees and identification requirements apply.

How can I look up sex offenders in Maui County, Hawaii?

You can look up sex offenders in Maui County, Hawaii, by accessing the Hawaii Sex Offender Registry. This registry is maintained by the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center and provides information on registered sex offenders throughout the state. The registry is available online and can be searched by name, location, or compliance status.

How do I register to vote in Maui County, Hawaii?

Voter registration in Maui County is handled through the Hawaii Office of Elections and the Maui County Clerk's Elections Division at 200 South High Street, Wailuku. You can register online at olvr.hawaii.gov up to 30 days before an election, or take advantage of same-day registration at voter service centers beginning 10 days before Election Day through Election Day itself. Hawaii conducts all elections by mail, automatically sending ballots to registered voters, with secure drop boxes available throughout this county. For assistance, call the County Clerk's Elections Division at 808-270-7749.

How do I look up property records in Maui County, Hawaii?

Property records in Maui County are maintained by the Hawaii Bureau of Conveyances, with a district office at 54 South High Street, Wailuku (808) 984-8110), and searchable online at hawaiiconveyance.ehawaii.gov for deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. For property tax assessments, ownership information, and tax bills, use the County of Maui Real Property Tax Division's free search tool at qpublic.net/hi/maui or contact them at 808-463-3882. The county also offers GIS mapping services at gis.mauicounty.gov showing parcel boundaries, zoning, and property characteristics. Document images from the Bureau cost $1 per page, while basic searches are free.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Maui County, Hawaii?

Birth and death certificates for events in Maui County are issued by the Hawaii State Department of Health, Office of Vital Records, at 1250 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu (808) 586-4533). Birth certificates cost $10 for the first copy and death certificates are $10 each, with processing taking 10-15 business days for mail requests or same-day for in-person requests in Honolulu. You can order online through VitalChek at vitalchek.com with additional convenience fees, and you must provide valid photo ID and demonstrate a direct and tangible interest under HRS §338-18. Marriage licenses are also issued by the State Department of Health, while divorce decrees are obtained from the Family Court at 2145 Main Street, Wailuku.

How do I find business license records in Maui County, Hawaii?

Business entity records for Maui County corporations and LLCs are searchable free online through Hawaii Business Express at invest.hawaii.gov, maintained by the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. County-level business licenses and permits are issued by the County of Maui Department of Finance, Licensing Division, at 70 East Kaahumanu Avenue, Suite A-18, Kahului (808) 270-7855). Professional licenses for contractors, real estate agents, and other regulated occupations can be verified at pvl.ehawaii.gov through the state Professional and Vocational Licensing Division. General excise tax license information is available through the Department of Taxation at hitax.hawaii.gov.

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