State Judiciary Launches New Online Bail Payment Portal to Expand Access and Streamline Court Services

The Hawaiʻi State Judiciary is pleased to announce the launch of a new Online Bail Payment Portal, designed to expand access to bail payment services by allowing the public to post bail online on weekends when courts are closed and in-person bail payments are unavailable.

Beginning Saturday, November 14, 2026, the portal will be available for eligible First Circuit (Oʻahu) cases on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

During this initial rollout, eligible cases include First Circuit District Court criminal cases and criminal traffic cases where the defendant is in custody at Oʻahu Community Correctional Center with bail set in amounts up to $10,000 per case. Online bail may be posted only in cases where the defendant has already appeared in court and a judge has set the bail amount. It is not available for new arrests. The portal will accept Visa and Mastercard debit or credit cards.

“True access to justice means ensuring that our courts are accessible whenever justice requires them to be,” said Chief Justice Vladimir Devens. “By launching this portal, we are removing barriers that can keep individuals in custody longer than necessary due to the inability to post bail outside normal business hours. This is a meaningful example of how innovation can improve the delivery of court services to the public, protect fundamental rights, and ensure that justice remains accessible.”

“Our priority with this project is to leverage modern technology to simplify a complex, time-sensitive process for families during critical moments,” said Angela Min, Judiciary Innovations Officer. “By offering a streamlined online solution, we can improve weekend processing timelines and help ensure a smooth, timely discharge for eligible individuals. We are grateful for our partnership with the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, as this collaborative effort ensures our online system integrates seamlessly with facility protocols.”

Plans are underway to expand the new online bail payment service statewide.

Key Features of the Online Bail Payment Portal:

• Eligible Cases: First Circuit District Court criminal cases and criminal traffic cases with bail amounts up to $10,000 per case.
• Weekend Availability: Post bail from any location with internet access Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., excluding holidays and other scheduled maintenance system downtimes.
• Secure Transactions: The initial launch supports payments with Visa and Mastercard debit and credit cards.

For more information regarding eligibility, frequently asked questions, and instructions on how to use the portal, please visit https://www.courts.state.hi.us/hawaii-online-bail-payment-portal.