What's Being Discussed

The Hawaiʻi Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a criminal case: State of Hawaiʻi vs. Ikaika Pua Aren Ahina (Case No. SCWC-23-0000412). During oral arguments, attorneys for both sides present their legal positions and answer questions from the justices. The details of the specific legal issues being argued are contained in the case record.

• The State of Hawaiʻi is the plaintiff (the party that brought the original charges).
• Ikaika Pua Aren Ahina is the defendant, who is appealing a lower court decision.

Decisions Expected

No immediate decision will be issued at the oral argument. The justices will listen to both sides and ask questions, but they typically issue a written ruling at a later date after deliberating on the case.

Who Should Pay Attention

• Anyone interested in criminal law and appeals in Hawaiʻi.
• Legal professionals following Supreme Court proceedings.
• Members of the public who want to observe how the state's highest court operates.

The hearing is open to the public. You can attend in person at the Supreme Court Courtroom, Ali'iōlani Hale, 2nd Floor, 417 South King Street, Honolulu, or watch it live online via YouTube.com/hawaiicourts or ʻŌlelo Community Media.

If you need a disability accommodation to participate, contact the ADA Coordinator at 539-4700 or email adarequest@courts.hawaii.gov as early as possible.