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Towing Laws in Hawaii

Max tow:$75Max storage:$25/day
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Storage fees stack up every day your car sits in the lot - the sooner you act, the less you owe.

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Know your rights: towing regulations, maximum fees, and consumer protections in Hawaii (HI).

Max Tow Fee

$75 tow / $85 with dolly + $7.50/mile (state cap, HRS 290-11)

Max Storage Fee

$25/day (first 7 days), $20/day after (state cap, HRS 290-11)

Signage Required

Yes

Police Notification

Required

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Key Towing Laws in Hawaii

County Regulation

Each county (Honolulu, Maui, Hawaii, Kauai) has its own towing regulations and fee schedules.

Honolulu Specific Rules

The City and County of Honolulu has detailed towing ordinances including rate caps and operator licensing requirements.

Island-Specific Considerations

Limited towing options on smaller islands may affect pricing and availability.

Tourist Vehicle Protections

Additional regulations protect rental car users from predatory towing practices.

Notification & Signage Requirements

Police Notification

The towing company must notify the legal and registered owner in writing by registered/certified mail within 15 days of a non-consensual tow (HRS 290-11(b)(2); 20 days under HRS 291C-165.5). No statute requires notifying police of a private-property tow.

Signage Requirements

Private property must post towing warning signs at entrances.

Your Rights in Hawaii

  • Right to county-regulated maximum fees
  • Right to be notified of tow location
  • Right to retrieve personal belongings
  • Right to dispute charges
  • Right to rental car-specific protections

How to File a Complaint in Hawaii

Complaint Agency

If you believe you were unfairly towed or overcharged, file a complaint with:

Hawaii Office of Consumer Protection

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Steps to File a Complaint:

  1. Document everything: take photos of signage, your parking location, vehicle condition, and all receipts.
  2. Note the date, time, tow company name, driver name, and truck number if available.
  3. Contact the Hawaii Office of Consumer Protection to file a formal complaint.
  4. Consider filing in small claims court if you believe you are owed money for an illegal or improper tow.

Official Sources & Legal References

The fees and rules on this page are drawn from these primary sources - official statutes, administrative codes, and state regulator schedules. We link them so you can verify every figure yourself.

Regulated by Hawaii Office of Consumer Protection.

Last reviewed by Daniel Richardson against Hawaii's official state statutes and regulator schedules.

Towing Costs in Hawaii

Average towing costs in Hawaii range from $125 to $250 for a local tow.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does towing cost in Hawaii?
Towing costs in Hawaii vary by island and county. Honolulu tends to have regulated rates. Due to limited competition on smaller islands, prices may be higher. Always get a quote before authorizing service.
What if my rental car is towed in Hawaii?
Contact the rental company immediately. Hawaii has additional protections for rental car users. The rental company may handle retrieval. You may be responsible for towing and storage fees depending on your rental agreement.
How do I file a towing complaint in Hawaii?
Contact the Hawaii Office of Consumer Protection. For county-specific issues, contact the relevant county consumer affairs office.

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