Rule 90.Matrimonial or Civil Union Actions; Documents.
Current through July 1, 2026 · Last verified September 11, 2026
Full Text of Rule 90
Amendment History
The Hawaiʻi State Judiciary’s compiled text of this rule carries no amendment order for this rule. For the adopting orders and any later amendments, see the Hawaiʻi State Judiciary’s rules page.
Plain-English Summary
Part B opens with a definition. A matrimonial or civil union action is an action for annulment, divorce, separation or separate maintenance. That single sentence fixes the reach of every rule in Part B, and of the case prefixes FDV and FCU in Rule 1.3.
The second subdivision is a pointer rather than a list. At the time of filing, the complaint or cross-complaint must be accompanied by such other documents as the court may require.
Several of those documents are named elsewhere. Rule 7.2 seals the divorce, matrimonial and civil union action information forms and the confidential information sheet on filing, which tells you they are among the documents expected. Rule 84 lets family court judges prescribe forms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a matrimonial action in Hawaii?
An action for annulment, divorce, separation or separate maintenance. A civil union action covers the same relief for a civil union.
What must be filed with a Hawaii divorce complaint?
Such other documents as may be required by the court, filed at the same time as the complaint or cross-complaint.
Which documents are sealed on filing?
Rule 7.2 seals the divorce, matrimonial and civil union action information forms and the confidential information sheet, among others.
What case prefix does a divorce carry?
FDV under Rule 1.3, or FCU for a civil union divorce, separation or annulment.
Which rules supplement Part A for a divorce?
Part B, Rules 90 to 101, under Rule 81(a)(1).