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The Iowa Judicial Branch dedicates itself to providing independent and accessible forums for the fair and prompt resolutions of disputes, administering justice under law equally to all persons. Learn more at our website!
Cases filed with the courts involve a broad scope of problems and issues, including contract disputes, family matters, criminal violations, landlord-tenant disputes, personal injury claims, property condemnation battles, employment matters and assertions of constitutional rights.
Use the eFile System to electronically file documents. You can track the status of your filings, review filings by other parties, and receive documents and notifications from the clerk’s office. You must register on the eFile website to file electronically. There is no cost to register.
Free, easy-to-use program for preparing certain forms for domestic abuse, elder abuse, child support modifications, fee waivers, name changes, small claims, and divorce with no minor or dependent adult children cases (divorcio sin hijos): Iowa Interactive Court Forms.
You can pay fines, surcharges, and fees 24/7 with a major credit card at Iowa Courts Online using the Pay Fines Online button, above. You must know the type of case, the county in which the charge or citation was issued, the case number, or the name of the person charged to use this service.
The district court has general jurisdiction of civil, criminal, juvenile, and probate matters in the state. It is where parties start their lawsuits, prosecutors file criminal charges, trials take place, lawyers offer evidence, witnesses testify, juries deliberate, and judges enter judgments.
The Iowa Supreme Court has the sole power to admit persons to practice as attorneys in the courts of Iowa, to prescribe rules to supervise attorney conduct, and to discipline attorneys. The court is responsible for promulgating rules of procedure and practice used throughout the state courts.
The Iowa Judicial Branch offers a free program designed to help persons without attorneys create court forms. Iowa Interactive Court Forms are specifically designed to improve access to justice for individuals who may not be able to afford legal representation.
Answers to frequently asked questions about Iowa court cases, procedures, and policies.
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