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Why won’t the clerk not give me information over the phone concerning my child’s case?

Most juvenile records are confidential under Iowa law to protect the child. Because court staff are unable to confirm a party’s or parent’s identity over the phone, they are unable to provide information on the case. Unless your parental rights have been terminated, with proper identification you may go to the clerk of court office to get information on your child’s case.

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