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HRS §666-6

Where to file an eviction case

This section says that a person who has the right to possess property must file their eviction case in the district court of the circuit where the property is located. It only sets the location for filing, not any other rules.

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The statute, as written — Summary possession proceedings; venue

In the case of summary possession proceedings, the person entitled to the possession of the premises shall bring and prosecute the person's action in the district court of the circuit wherein the lands and premises in question are situated. [CC 1859, §940; am L 1905, c 95, §1; RL 1925, §2779; RL 1935, §4014; RL 1945, §10405; RL 1955, §240-6; HRS §666-6; am L 1972, c 90, §8(c); gen ch 1985]
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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