Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald issued a Proclamation in honor of Judge John T. Vail who served the Judiciary with honor and distinction as a judge on the Island of... read more

  Third Circuit Deputy Chief Judge Barbara Takase was recognized as a ‘Distinguished Alumni’ by UH Hilo at a special awards banquet held on Saturday, February 27, 2016. She was... read more

In February, the Honolulu DWI (Driving While Impaired) Court held two graduation ceremonies recognizing the progress and achievements of its latest graduates.  A total of 22 individuals have now completed... read more

On Tuesday, February 23, 2016, the Hawaii State Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case State of Hawai`i vs. Eugene Paris, Jr., at the University of Hawai`i at Manoa... read more

The Maui/Moloka’i Drug Court held its 54th graduation on Thursday, January 28, 2016. Seven participants completed all of the requirements of the program. They each offered individual remarks, all noting... read more

In celebration of Civil Liberties and the Constitution Day, the Hawai‘i State Bar Association Civic Education Committee and the King Kamehameha V Judiciary History Center have organized an evening program. ... read more

On January 7, 2016, the Honolulu DWI Court held a graduation ceremony to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of the 20th graduate who successfully completed the DWI Court Program.... read more

Second Circuit Chief Judge Joseph Cardoza was selected as a recipient of the Maui News’ 2015 “People Who Made a Difference Awards.” Judge Cardoza was praised as a visionary leader,... read more

Melvin Fujino addresses the court after being sworn in by Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald. Judge Fujino will serve a ten-year term from December 18, 2015 to December 17, 2025. Melvin... read more

On Thursday, December 17, 2015, the Hawaii State Supreme Court convened in special session for the purpose of inducting Shirley M. Kawamura into office as Judge of the Circuit Court... read more