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Not only is it super easy to obtain a copy of your driving record in the state of Hawaii, it is just as effortless to get someone else's. Unlike in other states, you will not even need to have signed consent from the driver to access their record.

A driving record is simply public record and can even be pulled up in a matter of seconds online, although in this case the record will not be certified. But if you are looking to employ someone in a driving capacity, being able to simply type in the applicant's name and see what comes up is a handy tool in the evaluation process.

Traffic Abstracts

Driving records or motor vehicle records in Hawaii are referred to as traffic abstracts. Moving violations aren't the only sort of infractions visible to others on the public abstract. In addition to looking up someone's civil or criminal traffic citations, you can search separately for parking tickets.

All of the citations and judgments against you for moving violations will appear on the public abstract. In other words, even charges that were dismissed will appear on your record (as dismissed charges, of course).

Civil moving violations remain on your record for three years, while no-fault violations stick around for five years. A DUI arrest or conviction will haunt your traffic abstract for 10 years before it disappears.

If you choose to obtain a driving record online, personal information such as the driver's Social Security number, birthdate, telephone number, and address will be omitted. However, the records are easily searchable and access is free.

How to Get a Copy of a Traffic Abstract

The abstracts fall under the domain of the Traffic Violations Bureau of the District Courts. Each island county has its own branch or branches (see below). There are a few ways to acquire traffic abstracts within this state entity.

Viewing Driving Records Online

The quickest way to access a driver's record is online. This nifty feature may cause a ruckus with the right-to-privacy crowd, but the convenience factor is undeniable.

Not only can you check the records of all your friends and neighbors, but employers have instant access to the histories of prospective employees. You have the option to search records multiple ways, including entering a last name phonetically.

Plus, the service is free of charge, although the records you pull up are not certified. You can search for civil and criminal traffic violations, as well as parking tickets.

Getting Abstracts in Person

You can stop by any District Court (see below for locations) and request either your record or the record of another motorist. If you are seeking not just your traffic record but your complete court record (including any criminal record not related to traffic crimes), you will need to present the clerk with your driver's license or state ID.

To attain another individual's abstract, you will need to have as much information on that person as possible―name, license number, date of birth, or more. The less data you provide, the more likely you are to end up with multiple records. If this is the case, you will have to purchase all the available abstracts and do a more thorough search on your own. The only time you will be obligated to present a consent form is if you are trying to get ahold of a minor's driving history.

Whether you're getting your record or someone else's, the fee is $7 per record. If you pay by credit card, a 3% convenience fee will be added to the total. All of the documents are certified.

Abstracts via Mail

To order a traffic abstract by mail, you will need to provide as much information as possible on the driver. You should also include a self-addressed, stamped envelope. The $7 fee per record is only payable by money order or cashier's check (no personal checks) made out to "District Court."

Send your request to: