DUI / DWI Defense in Hawaii

Hawaii ( HI)

Average: $6,000

Last Updated: Mar 2026

Low Estimate

$3,000

Simple / Uncontested Cases

Average Cost

                        $6,000                    
Typical
                        DUI / DWI Defense Case
                    

High Estimate

$17,000

Complex / Contested Cases

Cost Component	Low	Average	High
Attorney Hourly Rate	$225/hr	$300/hr	$475/hr
Total Cost Estimate	$3,000	$6,000	$17,000

What to Know About DUI / DWI Defense Costs in Hawaii

Hawaii calls it OUI (Operating Under the Influence) or OVUII (Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of an Intoxicant). First offense carries up to 5 days jail, $150-$1,000 fine, and 1-year license revocation. Attorney fees $3,000-$6,000 — elevated due to island costs. Repeat offenders face enhanced penalties. Hawaii has a unique mandatory minimum sentencing structure for OUI that includes community service and substance abuse assessment.

Sources: State DUI statutes, DUI.org, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (HI)