Wailuku Sex Offender Registry

Wailuku residents can search registered sex offenders in zip code 96793 through the Hawaii Sex Offender Registry, a free public database maintained by the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center and updated nightly. This page covers how to search the registry for Wailuku, where covered offenders register at Maui Police Department headquarters, what Second Circuit Court records are available, and how to use public records tools to find sex offense case information in this Maui County community.

Wailuku Sex Offenders and Registry Data

Wailuku is the county seat of Maui County and serves as the main administrative hub for the island. The Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center lists 61 registered sex offenders with addresses in Wailuku. That figure represents 20.7 percent of Maui County's total of approximately 295 registered offenders, making Wailuku the second-largest concentration on the island after Kahului. Every one of those 61 registered offenders must comply with the requirements set out in Chapter 846E of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, which covers registration, verification, and compliance for all covered offenders statewide.

The registry is run by the HCJDC, an agency within the Hawaii Department of the Attorney General. It is public and free to search. Results show each offender's full name, photograph, physical description, residential address, employer street address, vehicle information, and conviction details. Offense types appearing on Maui profiles include sexual assault in varying degrees, continuous sexual assault of a minor, and possession or production of child sexual abuse material. The database covers all five Hawaii counties and is updated every night.

The Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center maintains all sex offender and covered offender registry data for Wailuku and all of Maui County, providing public access to offender profiles, registration status, and compliance records.

Wailuku's ratio of residents to registered offenders sits near the Maui County average. Maui County as a whole has roughly 629 residents per registered offender, compared to the state average of 492. Counts shift regularly as offenders move, register in new counties, or are removed after successfully petitioning the court under Section 846E-10.

How to Search Sex Offenders in Wailuku

The fastest way to find registered sex offenders in Wailuku is to go to sexoffenders.ehawaii.gov and enter zip code 96793. The search returns all offenders with residential or work addresses in that zip code. You can also search by first name, last name, or street address. The system uses phonetic matching for name searches, which helps when spelling is uncertain. Each result includes the offender's full profile with photo, physical description, conviction type, vehicle, and current registration status.

The radius search function gives you more control over your search area. Enter any Wailuku street address and set a distance in miles. The system maps every registered offender within that radius based on map coordinates rather than zip code boundaries. This is useful for checking the area around a school, a home, or any specific address in Wailuku. When you use the radius option, the zip code field is ignored. You can also filter results by offender type: sex offender, offender against minors, or covered offender. All three types are included in Wailuku's registry data.

Public access terminals are available at the Maui Police Department at 55 Mahalani Street, Wailuku, during regular business hours. The HCJDC also maintains terminals at its main office at 465 S. King Street, Room 102, Honolulu. Both sites are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, except state holidays.

Registration Requirements in Wailuku

Covered offenders in Wailuku register at the Maui Police Department Records Division at 55 Mahalani Street, Wailuku, HI 96793. The phone number for the records section is (808) 244-6345. Registration hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. No weekend registration is available, and the office is closed on state holidays. This is the primary registration point for all of Maui County including the outer islands of Molokai and Lanai.

The Maui Police Department at 55 Mahalani Street in Wailuku is the main registration point for all covered offenders in Maui County, handling initial registration, quarterly verifications, and updates for address and vehicle changes.

Under Section 846E-2, covered offenders must register within three working days of arriving in the county, changing their address, starting a new job, buying a new vehicle, or otherwise changing the information on file. Each type of change triggers a new three-day window. Missing that window is a Class C felony under Section 846E-9, with penalties up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. That penalty applies the same whether the offender is late by one day or one month.

After the initial registration, the state mails non-forwardable verification forms every quarter during the first week of January, April, July, and October. Each form must be signed and returned within ten days. Annual in-person verification is also required within 30 days of the offender's birthday. If the offender has no fixed address, they must report in person each month. Wailuku offenders follow the same schedule as every other covered offender in Hawaii.

An alternate registration option is available through the Hawaii State Sheriffs Division at Hoapili Hale, 2145 Main Street, Wailuku, HI 96793. This location provides services on Fridays by appointment only at (808) 244-2905. It is a secondary option for offenders who cannot access the MPD location during regular hours.

Second Circuit Court Records for Wailuku

Sex offense cases for Wailuku residents go through the Second Circuit Court, located at 2145 Main Street, Wailuku, HI 96793. The court's main phone number is (808) 244-2800. The Second Circuit handles all felony criminal cases for Maui County, including sex offenses requiring registration under Chapter 846E. This is also the court that processes petitions to terminate registration requirements under Section 846E-10, which allows removal from the public registry after 10, 25, or 40 years depending on offense tier.

The Hawaii State Judiciary eCourt Kokua system gives free public access to Second Circuit case records. Search by party name, case ID, or citation number to find criminal cases. Results show charges filed, hearing dates, case status, plea entries, and sentencing. Sex offense convictions often reference registration requirements directly in the judgment. No account is needed for basic searches. The system is available Monday through Saturday from 4:00 AM to midnight and Sundays from noon to midnight. Documents cost $3.00 each or ten cents per page.

The HCJDC eCrim system provides conviction record searches statewide for a $5.00 fee per name. Call (808) 587-3279 for access. Note that sex offenders do not appear in eCrim results because the registry is maintained as a separate system. Use the sex offender registry portal directly for offender lookups, and eCrim for general conviction history.

Offense Types and Registry Facts for Wailuku

The Wailuku registry data reflects a range of offense types common across Maui County. Common categories include sexual assault in the first and second degrees, sex abuse in the first degree, and electronic enticement of a child. These labels come directly from Hawaii Revised Statutes and appear on each offender's public profile. The profile also shows whether the conviction resulted in a sex offender classification, a covered offender classification, or an offender against minors designation under Chapter 846E-1.

An "offender against minors" is defined in Chapter 846E as someone convicted of kidnapping or unlawful imprisonment of a minor without being the minor's parent, or an attempt or conspiracy to commit those offenses. This classification is separate from sex offender and covered offender designations but still requires registration under the same Chapter 846E rules. Wailuku profiles may include all three types depending on the nature of each conviction.

Offenders who have only one misdemeanor covered offense that was not committed against a minor are not listed on the public website. All others are. The HCJDC also tracks non-compliant offenders, which are those who have not returned their quarterly mail verification. About 500 registered offenders statewide are listed as non-compliant at any given time. Another group is listed as "absconded" for those who never registered at all. Both categories are visible in registry search results when you select those status filters.

Public Records Access in Wailuku

Wailuku residents can access sex offender information through the public registry without submitting a formal records request. The registry is an open public database that requires no login, no fee, and no stated reason. Beyond the registry, Hawaii's Uniform Information Practices Act gives any person the right to inspect and copy records held by government agencies. This applies to Maui County agencies including the Maui Police Department and the Second Circuit Court.

The Hawaii Office of Information Practices administers UIPA and provides guidance on submitting requests. Their site has templates and procedures for requesting records from any state or county agency. Under HRS Section 92F-11, agencies must make records available for public inspection during regular business hours. While inspection is free, agencies may charge for copying. If a Wailuku resident needs records that are not on the public registry, OIP is the right starting point. They also handle complaints when agencies deny or delay access.

For questions about specific Wailuku offender cases, the MPD Records Division is the primary contact at (808) 244-6400. The HCJDC sex offender unit can be reached at (808) 587-3350. HCJDC's main office at 465 S. King Street, Room 102, Honolulu handles statewide registry questions Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, closed noon to 1:00 PM.

The Sex Abuse Treatment Center Hawaii (SATC) provides crisis services and support resources for survivors in Maui County. SATC is located at 55 Merchant Street, 22nd Floor, Honolulu, and maintains a statewide hotline for victims seeking assistance.

Legal Framework for Maui County Offenders

All covered offenders in Wailuku are subject to Chapter 846E of the Hawaii Revised Statutes. The chapter makes no distinction based on when an offense occurred. Convictions from decades ago still require registration if the offense qualifies. The registration requirement lasts for life unless an offender successfully petitions the court under Section 846E-10. That section allows termination of registration after 10 years for lower-tier offenses, 25 years for mid-tier, or 40 years for the most serious, provided all conditions are met and no new qualifying offenses have occurred.

Under Section 846E-2, the information registered offenders must provide is extensive. It covers actual address, phone number, employer name and address, all electronic mail addresses, instant message names, internet designations, cell phone numbers, vehicle information including year, make, model, color, and license number, professional licenses, educational affiliations, and a current photograph. DNA samples and fingerprints are also required. This level of detail is what makes the public registry profiles as specific as they are. Changes to any of these items must be reported within three working days.

The National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) connects Hawaii's registry with registries from all 50 states and U.S. territories. If a Wailuku offender moves to another state, NSOPW allows tracking across state lines. Conversely, offenders who move to Wailuku from another state must register with the Maui Police Department within three working days of arriving in Maui County, regardless of their registration status elsewhere.

Nearby Cities in Maui County

Wailuku sits at the center of Maui County's administrative and law enforcement operations. All nearby communities use the Maui Police Department at 55 Mahalani Street for registration and the Second Circuit Court for sex offense cases. Visit the Maui County page for county-level registration details and full offender data across the island.