A Hawaii Bench Warrant is a court order issued by a judge that directs law enforcement to arrest an individual and bring them before the court. This type of warrant is typically issued when an individual fails to appear in court as ordered, or when they violate the terms of their bail. There are two types of Hawaii Bench Warrants: a criminal bench warrant and a civil bench warrant. A criminal bench warrant is issued when an individual fails to appear in court for a criminal charge and is used to compel their appearance before the court. A civil bench warrant is issued when an individual fails to appear in court for a civil matter, such as a debt collection or a breach of contract.