What is Iowa Judicial Branch?

The Iowa Judicial Branch is one of three branches of Government that interprets and applies Iowa laws. The judicial branch consists of the supreme court, court of appeals, and 8 district courts and employs nearly 1,800 judicial officers and employees.

What does DNU mean in Iowa court?

1 attorney answer DNU has been used in criminal history reports as a shorthand version of “do not use.” It usually designates a situation where an old Iowa Code section is no longer in use or replaced by newer code section.

Where can I find court records in Black Hawk County?

Judicial Magistrates, part of the District Court, have jurisdiction over simple misdemeanors, including scheduled violations, county and municipal infractions, and small claims. Contact the Black Hawk County Office of the County Recorder if you would like to find vital records, such as birth, death, marriage, divorce, and real estate records.

Where can I find court information in Iowa?

Additional resources can be found on our Iowa State Public Records page, on city pages, and on topic pages using the navigation above. Links to state and local court records, general Iowa court information, directory of courts, and online resources for courts in Iowa. Directory of court locations in Black Hawk County, Iowa.

When did the Iowa recorder’s office take over the Clerk of court?

On July 1, 1997, the Recorder’s took over the vital records division from the Clerk of District Courts. The Recorder’s office now issues all marriage licenses. As of April 27, 2009, same sex marriage is legal in the state of Iowa. The Recorder’s office is also an Acceptance Facility for the processing of passports.

What is the history of real estate records in Iowa?

Our Iowa system of recording and preserving real estate records is derived from the English Common Law. The pilgrims from Holland, as early as 1624, set up a recording system for the Plymouth Colony. The Acts of Iowa General Assembly for 1853 make references to the Recorder.