Haw. R. Dist. Ct. 29

As amended through September 30, 2024
Rule 29 - Dismissal for Want of Prosecution in Default Cases

An action may be dismissed with prejudice sua sponte with written notice to the parties for want of prosecution where all defendants are in default and if the plaintiff fails to obtain entry of default and fails to apply for default judgment within six months after all defendants are in default. Such dismissal may be set aside and the action reinstated by order of the court for good cause shown upon motion duly filed not later than ten (10) days from the date of the order of dismissal.

Haw. R. Dist. Ct. 29

Amended May 16, 2007, effective 7/1/2007.