Judicial Branch of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi
The Judicial Branch serves as the Chief over the judicial systems of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi. This office oversees the Supreme Court, the International Indigenous Court of Justice (IICJ), and the International Indigenous Criminal Court (IICC). Guided by the principles of pono, aloha, and international law, the Judicial Branch ensures that justice within the Kingdom reflects both ancestral wisdom and the universal rule of law.
Philosophy of Justice
LAW OF ALOHA
The Judicial Branch upholds justice not merely as law, but as a sacred covenant between the people, the land, and the divine.
Through wisdom, fairness, and aloha, this office sustains the moral foundation of the Kingdom—affirming that true justice is the harmony of righteousness, compassion, and truth.
The Judicial Branch stands as the steward over all Judicial Systems of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi, overseeing the Supreme Court, the International Indigenous Court of Justice, and the International Indigenous Criminal Court.
Guided by pono and the living spirit of aloha, this office ensures that the Kingdom’s laws honor both the ancestral traditions of Hawaiʻi and the universal principles of justice for all.
Judicial Authority and Oversight:
The Judicial Branch of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi ensures the fair and righteous administration of justice, the protection of constitutional integrity, and the preservation of both Hawaiian and international legal principles.
Rooted in the Kingdom’s ancient foundation of pono (righteousness) and kapu (sacred law), this office upholds the balance between the Crown, the courts, and the people — ensuring that truth, fairness, and aloha guide every judgment rendered in the name of the Kingdom.
The Supreme Court of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi
The Supreme Court serves as the highest court of the realm, entrusted with interpreting laws, safeguarding the Constitution, and ensuring justice across the Kingdom.
The office provides oversight and counsel to the Chief Justice and the Court’s members, ensuring judicial independence while maintaining harmony with the Crown and Privy Council.
The International Indigenous Court of Justice (IICJ)
The IICJ focuses on matters of Indigenous sovereignty, ancestral rights, and international recognition. It serves as a platform for Indigenous peoples to seek redress and affirmation under both Kingdom and global legal frameworks.
Through the guidance of the Judicial Branch, this court strengthens the Kingdom’s commitment to justice for all Indigenous nations.
The International Indigenous Criminal Court (IICC)
The IICC addresses criminal matters involving violations of Indigenous and international law, promoting accountability and restoring balance.
The Judicial Branch oversees its integrity, ensuring that all proceedings reflect compassion, fairness, and the sacred responsibility of justice in service to humanity.