HI Garnishment Law
Hawaii follows federal wage garnishment limits under the Consumer Credit Protection Act, with some additional state-specific procedures. Hawaii law provides that the first $100 per month of wages is exempt from garnishment for consumer debts. The state also has specific requirements for how garnishment orders must be served on employers and the timeline for compliance.
| State abbreviation | HI |
|---|---|
| Consumer debt limit | 25% of disposable earnings, subject to the 30x minimum wage test |
| Child support limit | 50% if supporting another family, 60% otherwise, plus 5% for arrears |
| Federal student loans | 15% administrative garnishment cap |
| State minimum wage | $14.00 |
| Minimum wage source used in calculator | Federal minimum wage baseline |
| Head of household protection | No additional protection listed |
| Statute reference | Hawaii Revised Statutes §652 |
Hawaii follows federal CCPA limits but has specific procedures for garnishment. The first $100 per month of an individual's wages is exempt from garnishment.
Tax levy note: Hawaii Department of Taxation can levy wages for state tax debts.