Cannabis Expungement in Hawaii

Hawaii (HI)Petition-Based Expungement

Individuals must file a petition with the court to request expungement of eligible cannabis records.

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At a Glance

Expungement Type
Petition-Based
Est. Eligible Records
~3,000
Eligible Offenses
2

Overview

Hawaii has a medical cannabis program and has decriminalized possession of 3 grams or less, but has not legalized recreational use. The state offers limited expungement options for cannabis offenses through its general expungement statutes. Certain misdemeanor convictions and decriminalized offenses may be eligible for expungement by petition. However, felony cannabis charges and larger possession amounts remain difficult to clear. Hawaii's expungement process requires completing all terms of the sentence and filing a petition with the appropriate court.

Eligible Offenses

Application Process

Hawaii allows expungement of certain misdemeanor and decriminalized cannabis offenses. Individuals must petition the court. The process requires completing all terms of the sentence.

Key Facts

1Limited petition-based expungement is available for certain cannabis misdemeanors.
2Possession of 3 grams or less was decriminalized but not legalized.
3Felony cannabis convictions are generally not eligible for expungement.
4All sentence terms must be completed before filing a petition.
5Hawaii has not enacted cannabis-specific expungement legislation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I expunge a cannabis charge in Hawaii?+
Certain misdemeanor cannabis convictions may be eligible for expungement through Hawaii's general expungement statutes. You must complete all terms of your sentence and petition the court.
Does Hawaii have automatic cannabis expungement?+
No. Hawaii does not offer automatic expungement for any cannabis offenses. All expungement must be pursued through individual petitions.
Is recreational cannabis legal in Hawaii?+
As of early 2026, recreational cannabis is not legal in Hawaii. The state has a medical program and has decriminalized small amounts, but full legalization has not been enacted.

Related State Expungement Laws

Explore cannabis expungement laws in other states with similar programs or neighboring jurisdictions.

AK
Alaska
No Expungement Program
CA
California
Automatic Expungement
OR
Oregon
Automatic Expungement
WA
Washington
Petition-Based Expungement

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Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Cannabis expungement laws are complex and subject to change. Hawaii expungement rules, eligibility criteria, and processes described here are based on publicly available information and may not reflect the most current regulations. Always verify current laws with official Hawaii state resources and consult with a qualified attorney before pursuing expungement or record clearing. Cannabismarketcap does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information presented.