Haw. R. Sm. Cl. 10

As amended through September 30, 2024

Rule 10 - Default; Want of Prosecution

(a) Default. Judgment by default may be rendered on a verified claim without further proof upon failure of defendant to appear, if the claim is for a liquidated amount. If the amount is unliquidated, plaintiff must present proof of the claim.

A default judgment also may be entered on an admitted claim, upon the lapse of such time as the court may allow for the payment of the claim.

(b) Want of prosecution. If the plaintiff fails to appear for the hearing and in any other case of want of prosecution, the court may dismiss the case without prejudice, or may order judgment for defendant on the merits.

Haw. R. Sm. Cl. 10

Amended December 10, 2003, effective 1/1/2004.