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Hawaii Late Fee Laws

Last reviewed: July 10, 2026

Maximum late fee
8% of monthly rent
Grace period
None required
Statute
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 521-21(f)

Hawaii caps residential late fees at 8% of the monthly rent under Haw. Rev. Stat. § 521-21(f). A lease can agree to less, but a fee above the statutory limit is generally unenforceable no matter what the lease says.

Hawaii's statute doesn't impose a waiting period, so the lease controls when a late fee may be charged. Charging from day one is legal here only if the lease says so explicitly.

Hawaii caps the late charge at 8% of the rent due when the lease provides for one. There is no statutory grace period, so the lease's due date governs when the fee may attach.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum late fee in Hawaii?
State law limits the fee to 8% of the monthly rent (Haw. Rev. Stat. § 521-21(f)). Charging above that is generally unenforceable.
Is there a required grace period in Hawaii?
No. Hawaii's statute doesn't mandate a grace period, so the lease determines when a fee kicks in.
Where is this in Hawaii law?
The controlling provision is Haw. Rev. Stat. § 521-21(f). Legislatures amend these rules, so always confirm the current text via the official source linked above.

This tool is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Rules vary by state and locality and change over time — confirm current requirements for your jurisdiction before acting.

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