What Is the Statute of Limitations for Fraud in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, the statute of limitations for fraud is generally 6 years under Haw. Rev. Stat. § 657-1(4).
Fraud Deadlines in Hawaii
How long do you have to file a fraud claim in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, the statute of limitations for fraud is generally 6 years under Haw. Rev. Stat. § 657-1(4).
When does the clock start for fraud in Hawaii?
Six years under the catch-all for personal actions not specifically covered.
Can the Hawaii deadline for fraud be extended?
A fraudulent misrepresentation action filed six years and four months after the alleged misrepresentation was properly dismissed (86 H. 21) — the six years is real but firm.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Hawaii?
Often, yes. Generally 2 years; six-month county notice may apply under Haw. Rev. Stat. §§ 662-4, 46-72. The State Tort Liability Act sets a two-year period in § 662-4. Section 46-72 requires written notice to a county within a short window — commonly reported as six months — for claims arising from county negligence, and § 657-1.5 provides that limitations of ac…
How does Hawaii compare to other states for fraud?
Hawaii's 6 years is in the middle of the range nationally. Across the 46 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for fraud ranges from 2 years to 10 years, and 3 years is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Fraud Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the fraud deadline in Hawaii:
