Black Hawk County Arrest Records

Arrest records in Black Hawk County are mostly accessible to interested parties. Chapter 22 of the Iowa Legislature allows the public to inspect and obtain arrest files from designated public agencies. The agencies may allow public access to the following arrest information:

• Arrestee's personal details, such as the name, address, birth date, and mugshot.
• Arrest charges and crime classification.
• Arrest date and location.
• Report number.
• Name of the arresting agency and officer.
• Bail or bond amount.
• Booking number and date.

However, specific arrest information is not accessible to the public. The state laws generally prevent access to records that may endanger concerned parties. Personal identification details of minors and abused victims are generally exempt from publicly accessible arrest records. Other examples of non-public arrest records include the following:

• Arrest records that are sealed or expunged.
• Arrest information that may interfere with an ongoing criminal investigation.