
May 15, 2026
The ʻEwa-Pearl City Division of Honolulu's District Court closed early on May 15 due to a power outage. Filing deadlines have been extended until May 18 by Chief Justice Vladimir P. Devens. The Hawaii State Judiciary encourages use of online resources during this period.
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May 5, 2026
Kaʻahumanu Hale in Honolulu closed early on May 5 due to a power outage. Filing deadlines have been extended by Chief Justice Vladimir P. Devens, with all afternoon hearings rescheduled.
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May 5, 2026
Vladimir P. Devens was sworn in as chief justice of Hawaii's Supreme Court on May 5. Acting Chief Justice Sabrina S. McKenna administered his oath during an informal ceremony attended by judiciary officials.
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April 21, 2026
The Hawaiʻi Supreme Court building and Intermediate Court of Appeals were closed on April 21 due to a power outage. Acting Chief Justice Sabrina S. McKenna extended filing deadlines until April 22. Both buildings are expected to reopen on Wednesday.
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April 20, 2026
Acting Chief Justice Sabrina S. McKenna expressed condolences after former Governor George R. Ariyoshi passed away. Her statement highlighted Ariyoshi's influence on Hawaii's legal system alongside details about judiciary operations statewide.
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