Powers and Functions-Jurisdiction

Question 1

In which state can a notary public commissioned in Hawaii perform their duties?

Answer 1

Only in the State of Hawaii

A notary public cannot perform duties in another state or country.

Question 2

How many judicial circuits is the State of Hawaii divided into for venue purposes?

Answer 2

Four judicial circuits

Each circuit corresponds to different islands and designated venues.

Question 3

What is the first judicial circuit of Hawaii?

Answer 3

The island of Oahu and all other islands not mentioned, including the district of Kalawao on Molokai

Designated venue: ‘City and County of Honolulu’.

Question 4

Which islands are included in the second judicial circuit of Hawaii?

Answer 4

Maui, Molokai (except Kalawao district), Lanai, Kahoolawe, and Molokini

Designated venue: ‘County of Maui’.

Question 5

What is the designated venue for the third judicial circuit in Hawaii?

Answer 5

County of Hawaii

This circuit includes the entire island of Hawaii.

Question 6

Which islands are part of the fifth judicial circuit of Hawaii?

Answer 6

Kauai and Niihau

Designated venue: ‘County of Kauai’.

Question 7

Fill in the blank: A notary public in Hawaii must indicate the _______ of the notarial act on the notarial certificate.

Answer 7

venue

The venue refers to the location where the notarial act takes place.