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Laws current as of August 5, 2024

How do I register my protective order in Iowa?

If you have a certified copy of your out-of-state protective order, you can file it with the clerk in your local district court. If you don’t have a certified copy, you can file a regular copy of your order if you also file an affidavit. The affidavit is a sworn statement saying that your order is currently in effect to the best of your knowledge. Once your order is registered, the clerk will give you a copy of your registered order.1

To get help registering your protective order, you can contact a local domestic violence organization in Iowa. You can find contact information for organizations in your area on our IA Advocates and Shelters page.

1 Iowa Code § 236.19(2)

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