What's Being Discussed

The Hawaiʻi Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a criminal appeal case:

• Case No. SCWC-24-0000606 — State of Hawaiʻi vs. Nainoa Damon. Nainoa Damon is appealing a lower court decision. Lawyers for both sides will present their arguments directly to the Supreme Court justices, who will then decide whether the lower court's ruling should be upheld or changed.

Oral arguments are formal hearings where attorneys summarize their legal positions and answer questions from the justices. No new evidence is presented — the justices review the existing record and the arguments made.

Decisions Expected

No immediate decision will be issued at the hearing. The justices will deliberate after oral arguments and issue a written opinion at a later date. That opinion will be the final ruling on the appeal.

Who Should Pay Attention

• Nainoa Damon and his legal team, as this directly affects the outcome of his case.
• Legal professionals and law students interested in how the Supreme Court handles criminal appeals.
• Members of the public interested in observing the state's highest court in action.

The hearing is open to the public and can be attended in person at Aliʻiōlani Hale, 417 South King Street, Honolulu, or watched 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.