POLK COUNTY IA · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
B
16/24
Polk County Ia gets a B.
Polk County Ia grade B (16/24) computed from six criteria.
COMPUTED 2026-06-17 00:37 UTC · SCORE 16/24
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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]
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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).
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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 |
Cities in Polk County
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Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes.
What's the right way to do a background check on someone in Des Moines?▼
Des Moines, IA background checks run through Iowa DPS Division of Criminal Investigation (https://dps.iowa.gov/divisions-iowa-department-public-safety/iowa-division-criminal-investigation/criminal-history-record-check-information) — $15 name-based, online via Iowa Online Warrants and Articles (https://dps.iowa.gov/divisions-iowa-department-public-safety/iowa-division-criminal-investigation/criminal-history-record-check-information). Fingerprint check additional fee, processed by IdentoGO Iowa (https://www.identogo.com/locations/iowa). Polk County Sheriff inmate (https://www.polkcountyiowa.gov/county-sheriff/) and Des Moines PD records (https://www.dsm.city/departments/police/). Court records: Iowa Courts Online (https://www.iowacourts.state.ia.us/) — free public access. FBI Identity History Summary $18. Iowa Code §692.2 governs CHRI access (https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692.pdf). Iowa Code Ch. 22 (Examination of Public Records) sets 10-day response. Ban-the-box law (Iowa Code §692A.114) for state employment.
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/).
📊 Public Data Sources for Polk County, 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 · Polk County, 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 |
|---|---|
| CONFINEMENT LIVESTOCK SYSTEMS | DES MOINES |
| WEST DES MOINES WATER WORKS | WEST DES MOINES |
| HOUSBY MACK | DES MOINES |
| VERIZON WIRELESS | DES MOINES |
| VAN METER SCHOOL | DES MOINES |
| PARKVIEW ELEM JR HIGH SCHOOL | ANKENY |
| MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC | DES MOINES |
| ASPEN EQUIPMENT COMPANY | ANKENY |
⛔ 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 |
|---|---|
| Peoples Bank | Clive |
| West Bank | West Des Moines |
| Iowa State Bank | Des Moines |
| Community State Bank | Ankeny |
| State Savings Bank | West Des Moines |
| Principal Bank | Des Moines |
| ITS Bank | Johnston |
| Charter Bank | Johnston |
🏛️ 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.
Recent News in Polk County
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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Grimes father now facing murder charge in baby’s death
Charges have once again been brought against a Grimes father accused in the death of his child. In August 2025, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded to a home in Grimes for a…
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Polk County Sheriff’s Office wins national award for security partnership
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office received an award from the National Sheriff’s Association on Wednesday. Presented at the 2026 NSA Annual Conference, the National Sheriff’s Associa…
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3 Polk County deputies placed on leave following deadly standoff in Johnston
Three deputies have been placed on leave and a fourth deputy is recovering from being shot after a standoff in Johnston.
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Iowa man charged with murder one year after Grimes baby's death
Dylan Brown has been charged with first-degree murder in the August 2025 death of a Grimes 2-month-old.
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Grimes man charged with murder nearly a year after his 2-month-old daughter's death
After a year of investigation, a Grimes man faces murder charges for his 2-month-old's death in August 2025. What changed the case's course?
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Man killed by falling tree in Des Moines, Iowa, during severe weather outbreak
The ongoing severe weather outbreak across the Midwest turned deadly early Thursday when emergency officials said a tree fell on a man in Des Moines, Iowa, during a severe thunders…
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John Forbes defeats incumbent Matt McCoy in primary for Polk County District 1 supervisor
DES MOINES, Iowa — In an upset, former State Rep. John Forbes defeated Polk County Board Chair Matt McCoy in the Democratic primary election for County District 1, unofficial resul…