IOWA · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
A
20/24
Iowa gets an A.
Iowa Open Records Law has no statutory deadline but the Public Information Board offers binding rulings. EDMS e-filing mandatory statewide. $15 criminal history. Solid Midwestern framework.
COMPUTED 2026-06-17 00:35 UTC · SCORE 20/24
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U.S. Courts
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- → https://www.fbi.gov [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-17 00:20 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-17 00:20 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-17 00:20 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-06-17 00:20 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
Live · FBI Most Wanted · IA Field Offices (Statewide)
Currently Wanted by the FBI
Active FBI cases from the IA field office (statewide). Data: api.fbi.gov, refreshed every 6 hours.
Source: FBI.gov · Wanted
Live · NCMEC Missing Children · IA
Children Missing From Iowa (Statewide)
Active Iowa cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
Alek Yel (IA)
Benjamin Roseland (IA)
Jainas Frazier (IA)
Erin Pospisil (IA)
John Gosch (IA)
Kimberly Doss (IA)
Source: NCMEC · National Center for Missing & Exploited Children · If you have information, call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
Live · Updated Daily
Recent Iowa Court Cases
Most recent Iowa court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| BANKRUPTCY 26-01031-lmj7 | Albert Key Harrison | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-01032-lmj7 | Timothy John Henderson and Rebecca Sue Henderson | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-01033-lmj11 | Nicholas J Gallick and Joelle L Gallick | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-01034-lmj7 | Brian M. Walden | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30022-lmj | Smith v. Brizendine et al | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-01035-lmj7 | Brett A Kinney | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-01036-7 | James Scott Embrey and Sheryl L. Embrey | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 23-09037 | Duffy v. U.S. Dept. of Education, Office of General Counsel | 06/16/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 22-00356 | Jennifer Ann Duffy | 06/16/2026 |
| CIVIL 4:26-cv-00246 | Shipp v. United States of America | 06/16/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 3:23-cr-00036-1 | USA v. Watson | 06/16/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 1:23-cr-00040-1 | USA v. Duncan | 06/16/2026 |
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Cited Answers · Verified Sources
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes.
What is the difference between the acronyms DUS, OWI, and PAULA?▼
In Iowa, DUS, OWI, and PAULA are three different alcohol-related Iowa Code violations. OWI (Operating While Intoxicated, Iowa Code §321J.2) is the equivalent of DUI/DWI — driving with BAC ≥0.08, while impaired by drugs/alcohol, or with any controlled substance present; penalties scale with offense number. DUS (Driving Under Suspension, Iowa Code §321.218) is driving on a suspended license, often resulting from a prior OWI; it's a serious misdemeanor with fines and possible jail. PAULA (Possession of Alcohol Under the Legal Age, Iowa Code §123.47) is the under-21 minor-in-possession offense — a simple misdemeanor with a $200 fine for the first offense. PAULA does not require driving. Sources: Iowa Code §321J (https://www.legis.iowa.gov/), Iowa DOT (https://iowadot.gov/).
What's the source for property records in Cedar Rapids?▼
Property records in Cedar Rapids, IA (Linn County) are kept by the Linn County Recorder at 935 Second Street SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (319-892-5420), with online searches at https://www.linncountyiowa.gov/121/Recorder. The Linn County Assessor at https://www.linncountyiowa.gov/126/Assessor and Cedar Rapids City Assessor at https://www.cedar-rapids.org/ provide ownership, parcel, and assessed-value data. Iowa Open Records Law (Iowa Code §22) makes deeds and assessment records public. Recording fees are $7 first page, $5 each additional; certified copies typically $5. Sources: Linn County Recorder (https://www.linncountyiowa.gov/121/Recorder), Cedar Rapids (https://www.cedar-rapids.org/).
Where do I look up a divorce in Iowa?▼
To look up a divorce in Iowa, use Iowa Courts Online Search at https://www.iowacourts.state.ia.us/ECourts/. Free name and case-number search returns divorce cases (filed as 'Domestic Relations') in all 99 counties. Cases are public unless sealed; certified copies of decrees cost $20 at the Clerk of District Court where the case was heard. The Iowa Department of Public Health Vital Records at https://hhs.iowa.gov/family-community/vital-records also issues divorce certificates (one-line proof) for $15, covering 1906-present. Iowa Open Records Law (Iowa Code §22) governs disclosure. Sources: Iowa Courts Online (https://www.iowacourts.state.ia.us/), Iowa HHS Vital Records (https://hhs.iowa.gov/).
How do I find arrest records in Iowa?▼
To find arrest records in Iowa, the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation Records at https://dps.iowa.gov/divisions-iowa-department-public-safety/iowa-division-criminal-investigation/criminal-history-record-check-information provides name-based statewide criminal history for $15 by mail (Form DCI-77). The Iowa Department of Corrections Offender Search at https://doc-search.iowa.gov/ shows current and former state-prison inmates. County sheriffs post current jail rosters (e.g., Polk County at https://polkcountyiowa.gov/sheriff/, Linn County at https://www.linncountyiowa.gov/Sheriff). Court charges tied to arrests are at https://www.iowacourts.state.ia.us/ECourts/. Iowa Open Records Law (Iowa Code §22) governs disclosure. Sources: Iowa DCI (https://dps.iowa.gov/), Iowa DOC (https://doc.iowa.gov/).
Where can I find my court time and date in Iowa?▼
To find your court time and date in Iowa, use the Iowa Courts Online Search at https://www.iowacourts.state.ia.us/ECourts/. Free name and case-number search returns scheduled hearings, filings, and court date in all 99 counties. The Iowa Judicial Branch directory is at https://www.iowacourts.gov/. The clerk of court at the county where your case is filed can also confirm your court date by phone. Iowa Open Records Law (Iowa Code §22) governs disclosure. Note: Hearings can be rescheduled — always confirm the day before with the clerk. Sources: Iowa Courts Online (https://www.iowacourts.state.ia.us/), Iowa Judicial Branch (https://www.iowacourts.gov/).
What's the right way to do a background check on someone in Iowa?▼
To run a background check in Iowa, the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation Records at https://dps.iowa.gov/divisions-iowa-department-public-safety/iowa-division-criminal-investigation/criminal-history-record-check-information provides name-based statewide criminal history for $15 by mail (Form DCI-77). Fingerprint-based checks for licensure go through state-approved channelers. The Iowa Courts Online Search at https://www.iowacourts.state.ia.us/ECourts/ is free for court records. Iowa Open Records Law (Iowa Code §22) makes adult criminal history public. Employment use must follow the FCRA and Iowa Code §80B.13 (which restricts certain juvenile records). Sources: Iowa DCI (https://dps.iowa.gov/), Iowa Courts (https://www.iowacourts.state.ia.us/).
Internal · Recently Indexed
Recently Indexed Court Cases
Most recent 50 court filings indexed in this state. Each link opens the public-record summary.
- albert key harrison
- timothy john henderson and rebecca sue henderson
- nicholas j gallick and joelle l gallick
- brian m walden
- smith v. brizendine
- brett a kinney
- james scott embrey and sheryl l embrey
- duffy v. us dept of education office of general counsel
- jennifer ann duffy
- shipp v. united states of america
- usa v. watson
- usa v. duncan
- usa v. magdaleno
- usa v. dorman
- robinson v. commissioner of social security
- usa v. settles
- david shane smith
- fred lee willett and tabbetha sue ann willett
- jamie julene skinner
- wendy c cooper
- michelle lynn ellson
- khamsene sayasenh and khiam sayasenh
- randy c jones and taiya-ann m jones
- shannon ruth johnson
- maria june clark
- schrader v. department of education
- jakob s knutson
- david john zanfes and debra lynette zanfes
- tiffani s colvin
- usa v. bonel
- stoica v. commissioner of social security
- tyson v. iowa department of corrections staff
- clemens v. commissioner of social security
- martinez martinez v. mullin
- heather marie duwa
- rachel lynn wilson
- ferguson v. city of davenport iowa
- usa v. butterbaugh
- campbell v. city of davenport
- usa v. herbert
- stephanie l varner
- brian eugene johnston and monica jean johnston
- kelsey a freeborn
- christopher kevin gossman
- jacob lee lenz
- allan m fry
- john m kavinsky and heika id kavinsky
- wooden v. strout
- roberts v. cedar rapids
- usa v. lopez morales
📊 Public Data Sources for IA
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🔎 Crime Data & Public Safety Sources
Direct lookups · IA · external links open in new tab
Official Crime Statistics & Registries
.GOVFBI Crime Data Explorer
Official UCR / NIBRS crime stats for IA
.GOVNSOPW (Sex Offender Registry)
DOJ — search all 50 state registries
.GOVBureau of Justice Statistics
DOJ's primary criminal-justice data agency
.GOVCDC WISQARS
Injury, violence & fatality stats by county
.GOVUS Marshals 15 Most Wanted
Federal fugitives
.GOVATF Most Wanted
Firearms, arson & explosives fugitives
Interactive Crime Maps
Federal Agency Lookups (IA)
.GOVEPA ECHO
Environmental violations & enforcement by facility
.GOVNPPES NPI Registry
Search healthcare providers in IA
.GOVFDIC BankFind
FDIC-insured banks in IA
.GOVCFPB Consumer Complaints
Financial-product complaints database
.GOVOFAC Sanctions Search
US Treasury sanctions list
.GOVSEC EDGAR
Public-company filings in IA
.GOVIRS Tax-Exempt Search
501(c)(3) nonprofit lookups
.GOVUS Census Bureau
Demographics & statistics for IA
🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
Statewide (IA) — no city filter applied
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| EASTERN STAR MASONIC HOME | BOONE |
| GLENN JOHNSON | CALMAR |
| PLEASANT HILL FAMILY PRACTICE,PC | PLEASANT HILL |
| SKIFF MEDICAL CENTER | NEWTON |
| GARY BRIDGES | AMES |
| RUSSELL VANHEMERT | PELLA |
| JAMES ROEDER | CLINTON |
| JAMES KICKLAND | ATLANTIC |
🏭 EPA Regulated Facilities 8
| Facility | City |
|---|---|
| GENERAL ELECTRIC RAILCAR SERVICES CORP | WATERLOO |
| HOBBS ACC-CARROLL CONSERVATION | |
| PRECISION METAL WORKS | MAQUOKETA |
| ANSCOT WOODWORKS | MUSCATINE |
| CONFINEMENT LIVESTOCK SYSTEMS | DES MOINES |
| ORANGE STP | ORANGE CITY |
| BUCKWALTER MOTORS INC-FORMER SITE OF | WELLMAN |
| BIG Q CAFE |
⛔ HHS-OIG Excluded Individuals 8
Statewide (IA) — no city filter applied
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| A BASTECKI CHIROPRACTIC | 1128b8 |
| BOESEN HEALTH SYSTEM PC, THE | 1128b8 |
| BRIGHT START RESOURCES, INC | 1128b8 |
| BURLINGTON UROLOGY PC | 1128b8 |
| CLAYTON CARE CORPORATION | 1128b5 |
| FAMILY HEALTH CENTER, P C | 1128b8 |
| HOMETOWN CHIROPRACTIC, LLC | 1128b8 |
| IOWA FOOT HEALTH CENTER, P.C. | 1128a1 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 8
Statewide (IA) — no city filter applied
🏦 FDIC-Insured Banks 8
| Bank | City |
|---|---|
| Ohnward Bank & Trust | Cascade |
| Leighton State Bank | Pella |
| American Trust and Savings Bank | Lowden |
| Liberty Trust & Savings Bank | Durant |
| Farmers Savings Bank & Trust | Traer |
| Citizens Savings Bank | Anamosa |
| Success Bank | Bloomfield |
| Exchange State Bank | Ames |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from IA state + federal sources · no aggregators
State AG
Attorney General Brenna Bird Secures Settlement with GS Labs Regarding Overpriced and Delayed COVID-19 Tests
Jun 10, 2026
State AG
Attorney General Brenna Bird Announces Court Ruling Upholding Finality of Todd Mullis Murder Conviction
Jun 4, 2026
doj_news
Sioux City Man Pleads Guilty to Transportation of Two Stolen Vehicles, and Illegally Possessing a Firearm and Ammunition
Jun 1, 2026
doj_news
Naturalized Citizen from the Congo Sentenced to Federal Prison For Involvement in Scheme to Defraud the United States
Jun 1, 2026
doj_news
Arizona Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison for Methamphetamine Charge
May 27, 2026
doj_news
Department of Justice and United States Attorney Announce Brian Flikeid as Freedom 250 Hometown Hero
May 27, 2026
doj_news
Fort Dodge Man Sentenced to 9 Years in Federal Prison for Meth and Cocaine Conspiracy
May 27, 2026
Federal Circuit
QUOTE – Furniture procurement, delivery & installation – Cincinnati, OH
Jun 11, 2026
Federal Agency
US Department of Labor secures federal court order requiring 4 Washington-based restaurants to pay $750K in wages, damages to 42 workers
Jun 15, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
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