Search Kihei Sex Offenders

Kihei residents can search for registered sex offenders in their area through the Hawaii sex offender registry, a free public database managed by the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center and updated each night. This page covers how to search the registry by zip code 96753, where covered offenders must register with the Maui Police Department, what the records show, how verification requirements work in Maui County, and how to pull court records for sex offense cases handled by the Second Circuit Court.

Kihei Sex Offenders and Registry Data

Kihei is the largest community in South Maui and one of the four most significant concentrations of registered sex offenders on the island. According to available data, approximately 40 registered sex offenders have addresses in Kihei as of the most recent counts, with about 35 listed specifically in zip code 96753. The ratio of residents to registered sex offenders in Kihei is roughly 559 to 1. That is slightly above the statewide average of 492 residents per registered offender, meaning Kihei has a somewhat lower concentration of registered offenders per capita compared to the Hawaii average. Maui County overall has a ratio of about 629 residents per registered offender.

All registered sex offenders and other covered offenders with Kihei addresses appear on the statewide Hawaii sex offender registry, maintained by the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center. The registry is free to search and covers all five Hawaii counties. It is updated every night. Each offender profile on the registry includes the person's name, aliases, photograph, physical description with scars and tattoos, current address, employment street name, vehicle information, and the offense or offenses for which they are registered. You do not need an account or a stated reason to search. Anyone can use the registry.

Maui County has approximately 295 registered sex offenders total. Kahului has the highest count on the island, followed by Wailuku, with Kihei as one of the other notable communities. The registry includes the offense category label from Hawaii Revised Statutes for each conviction, so you can see whether someone was registered for sexual assault, child pornography, electronic enticement, or another qualifying offense type.

How to Search Sex Offenders in Kihei

The main search tool is at sexoffenders.ehawaii.gov. Enter zip code 96753 to see all registered sex offenders and covered offenders with Kihei addresses. The system returns full profiles with photos, physical descriptions, current addresses, vehicle information, and conviction types. You can also search by name. Phonetic matching is included, so alternate spellings still produce results.

The radius search gives you more geographic control. Enter any Kihei address and set a mile radius. The system maps every registered offender within that distance based on map coordinates rather than zip code boundaries. This is useful for checking the area around a specific home, school, or neighborhood. The zip code field is ignored when you use radius search. The national database at nsopw.gov also lets you search for offenders across all 50 states if you want to check whether someone registered outside of Hawaii before moving to Kihei.

Maui County arrest records and criminal case information can be searched through the Hawaii State Judiciary's eCourt Kokua system.

Registration for Kihei Covered Offenders

There is no registration location in Kihei itself. All covered offenders who live or work in Kihei must register at the Maui Police Department Records Division, 55 Mahalani Street, Wailuku, HI 96793. The phone number is (808) 244-6400. Registration hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The MPD Records Division is in Wailuku, which is roughly a 20-minute drive north of Kihei depending on traffic. There are no registration services on weekends or state holidays.

An additional option is available at the Hawaii State Sheriffs Division at Hoapili Hale, 2145 Main Street, Wailuku, HI 96793, phone (808) 244-2905. That location operates Friday only, by appointment. For offenders who prefer the Sheriffs option, call ahead to arrange a time. The Wailuku-based locations are the only registration points in Maui County for South Maui communities including Kihei.

Under Chapter 846E, Hawaii Revised Statutes, all covered offenders must register within three working days of any change, including a new address, a new employer, a new vehicle, or new contact information. The information required by Section 846E-2 includes email addresses, instant messaging names, internet identifiers, phone numbers, professional licenses, school affiliations, and all vehicles owned or operated. Failing to register within the three-day window is a Class C felony. The penalty is up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.

Verification Requirements in Maui County

Kihei covered offenders follow the same verification schedule as all Hawaii covered offenders. Four times a year, HCJDC mails a non-forwardable verification form during the first week of January, April, July, and October. Each form must be signed and returned within ten days. If the form is not returned or comes back undeliverable, the registry profile shows a non-compliance flag that the public can see. Roughly 500 offenders statewide are listed as non-compliant at any given time, and another group is categorized as having absconded.

In addition to the quarterly mail-in, each covered offender must appear in person at the Maui Police Department for an annual verification within 30 days of their birthday. That visit confirms or updates all current information on file. Kihei offenders handle this at the MPD Records Division in Wailuku. Offenders with no fixed address must report in person every month. Hawaii requires lifetime registration for most covered offenders. Termination of the registration requirement is possible only through a court petition after 10, 25, or 40 years depending on the offense tier, as set out in Section 846E-10.

Zip code statistics for Kihei show approximately 40 registered sex offenders in the area. For current official data, visit the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center, which maintains the statewide registry and provides up-to-date information on registered covered offenders in Maui County.

Court Records for Kihei Sex Offense Cases

Sex offense cases involving Kihei residents go through the Second Circuit Court, located at 2145 Main Street, Wailuku, HI 96793, phone (808) 244-2929. The free public access system is eCourt Kokua, the Hawaii State Judiciary's online case search tool. Search by name, case ID, or citation number to find criminal case records for Second Circuit cases. Results show charges, hearing history, plea entries, and sentencing. Sex offense convictions often include a notation about Chapter 846E registration requirements in the judgment entry.

eCourt Kokua is available Monday through Saturday from 4:00 AM to midnight and Sunday from noon to midnight. No account is needed for basic case searches. Individual documents cost $3.00 or $0.10 per page. For eCourt support, call (808) 538-5333. Criminal conviction records separate from court filings are available through the HCJDC eCrim system at $5.00 per name search. eCrim shows only convictions and is a statewide system. Sex offender registry entries are stored separately and will not appear in eCrim results. Contact HCJDC at (808) 587-3279 for eCrim access questions.

The Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center sex offender information page provides details on registration requirements, agency contact information, and the breakdown of covered offender classifications that apply to Kihei and all Maui County residents.

Public Records Access for Kihei Residents

The sex offender registry is fully open to the public. No login, fee, or stated reason is needed. Beyond the registry, Kihei residents have rights under Hawaii's Uniform Information Practices Act, HRS Chapter 92F, to inspect and copy government records. The Hawaii Office of Information Practices oversees UIPA and handles complaints when agencies deny access. If you need records that are not publicly posted, a formal UIPA request to the relevant agency is the right path. OIP's website has templates and procedures. Agencies generally must respond within ten business days.

For free inspection of court records, the Second Circuit Court in Wailuku allows public review of case files during business hours. While inspection is free, copying fees apply. Online, eCourt Kokua handles the same function without requiring an in-person visit. For any questions about the Kihei sex offender registry data, call HCJDC at (808) 587-3350. The Hawaii Attorney General's office oversees the entire sex offender registration system and can provide additional context on how the system works in Maui County. For support related to sexual abuse, the Sex Abuse Treatment Center at satchawaii.org offers community resources statewide.

Nearby Maui Communities

Kihei is in South Maui. The nearest communities with sex offender registry pages are Wailuku to the north and Kahului, both of which are served by the same Maui Police Department registration site and Second Circuit Court. Visit the Maui County page for county-level registry data and registration details across all of Maui.