Hawaii · OVUII · Checked October 2026

Can an OVUII Be Expunged in Hawaii?

Can an OVUII Be Expunged in Hawaii?

Whether an OVUII can come off your record in Hawaii, and how long it counts against you.

Expungement or sealing
A person convicted of a first-time under-21 measurable-alcohol violation with no prior alcohol enforcement contacts may apply to the court for an expungement order
Waiting period
Upon reaching age 21 or later, after completing the sentence with no later alcohol or drug enforcement contacts
Lookback period
10 years

Expungement or Sealing in Hawaii

A person convicted of a first-time under-21 measurable-alcohol violation with no prior alcohol enforcement contacts may apply to the court for an expungement order

Official source: expungement or sealing (Hawaii)

Waiting Period in Hawaii

upon reaching age 21 or later, after completing the sentence with no later alcohol or drug enforcement contacts

Official source: waiting period (Hawaii)

Rules in Hawaii

Not available to holders of a commercial learner's permit or commercial driver's license, or for a violation in a commercial motor vehicle or while transporting hazardous materials

Official source: rules (Hawaii)

How Long It Counts for Repeat Offenses in Hawaii

10 years.Haw. Rev. Stat. § 291E-61(b)(1)-(2); § 291E-61.5(h); § 291E-41(b)

Official source: how long it counts for repeat offenses (Hawaii)

More on OVUII Law in Hawaii

See the full overview of OVUII laws in Hawaii and read about how long a DUI stays on your record.

This page summarizes Hawaii law from official sources, checked October 2026. It isn't legal advice; a lawyer licensed in Hawaii can advise on your case.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can an OVUII Be Expunged or Sealed in Hawaii?

A person convicted of a first-time under-21 measurable-alcohol violation with no prior alcohol enforcement contacts may apply to the court for an expungement order

How Long Before You Can Apply?

upon reaching age 21 or later, after completing the sentence with no later alcohol or drug enforcement contacts

Sources

  1. Record and expungement
  2. Lookback period: Haw. Rev. Stat. § 291E-61(b)(1)-(2); § 291E-61.5(h); § 291E-41(b)

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