Des Moines City Clerk in Des Moines, Iowa

About Des Moines City Clerk

The Des Moines City Clerk, located in Des Moines, Iowa, is the official keeper of public records for Polk County. The Clerk's office ensures that public records are retained, archived, and made accessible to the public in accordance with all laws and regulations. Clerks also support the elections process and provide a variety of transactional services. The Clerk's duties are established and regulated through a combination of Iowa state statutes, local ordinances and charters, and other regulations.

• Polk County public records
• Polk County vital records: birth certificates, marriage and death certificates
• Land, property, mortgage, and title deed records
• Marriage licenses, applications, and records
• Divorce records and applications
• Polk County licenses, permits, and business registrations
• Voter registration, elections, and polls