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State of Hawai'i v. Scott David Deangelo

Date: 02-27-2026

Case Number: 1CPC-22-0001357

Judge: Kevin A. Souza

Court: Circuit Court of the First Circuit of Hawaii, O'ahu

Plaintiff's Attorney: Brain R. Vincent

Defendant's Attorney: Click Here For The Best Honolulu Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory

Description:
Honolulu, Hawaii criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with second degree murder and first degree arson.

Scott David Deangelo was accused of killing his roommate and setting fire to his apartment.
Outcome:
The jury found Deangelo guilty as charged. The circuit court sentenced Deangelo to life imprisonment with the possibility of parole in 1CPC-22-0001357 and twenty years imprisonment in 1CPC-23-0000307, to be served concurrently.

Reversed and remanded for a new trial.
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About This Case

What was the outcome of State of Hawai'i v. Scott David Deangelo?

The outcome was: The jury found Deangelo guilty as charged. The circuit court sentenced Deangelo to life imprisonment with the possibility of parole in 1CPC-22-0001357 and twenty years imprisonment in 1CPC-23-0000307, to be served concurrently. Reversed and remanded for a new trial.

Which court heard State of Hawai'i v. Scott David Deangelo?

This case was heard in Circuit Court of the First Circuit of Hawaii, O'ahu, HI. The presiding judge was Kevin A. Souza.

Who were the attorneys in State of Hawai'i v. Scott David Deangelo?

Plaintiff's attorney: Brain R. Vincent. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best Honolulu Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory.

When was State of Hawai'i v. Scott David Deangelo decided?

This case was decided on February 27, 2026.