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What are Waterloo Public Records?

According to the Iowa Open Records Law, public records in Waterloo consist of documents, tapes, records, sound recordings, and other types of information maintained, gathered, used, or stored by government bodies while performing its official duties. Furthermore, Waterloo public records include information on investment of public funds, investment policies, investment instructions, and so on. In compliance with Iowa Open Records Law, government bodies must grant access to these documents upon request. Therefore, anyone can exercise their civic duty of keeping the government in check without restriction. In addition, the Open Records Laws permit government bodies to restrict documents that the disclosure is not in-line with public interests. Some records in Waterloo may be exempt if:

It discloses individual medical history or records
It contains library records
It includes personal details of students - accepted students, current students, and past students.
It includes details on a pending or ongoing law enforcement investigation
It discloses trade secrets or business plans that may gift a competitor edge
It consists of building plans or other information that may jeopardize the safety of the public
A state statute, federal statute, or court order protects it

Public city records may also be accessible from third-party websites. Record seekers may either opt to use these non-governmental platforms to search for a specific record or multiple city records. However, users will need to provide enough information to assist with the search such as:

The address of the requester
A case number or file number (if known)
The location of the document or person involved
The name of the subject involved in the record (not juvenile)
The last known or current address of the registrant

Third-party sites are not sponsored by government agencies. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.

Waterloo Crime Statistics

The Waterloo Police Department collates and provides public access to criminal activities within its jurisdiction. Per the 2020 crimes report for Waterloo, the city recorded 341 violent crimes, 1,606 property crimes, and 21 arsons. The violent crimes consist of seven murder and nonnegligent manslaughter cases, 17 rape cases, 49 robbery cases, and 268 aggravated assault cases. Meanwhile, a breakdown of the property crimes includes 511 burglary cases, 904 larceny-theft cases, and 191 motor vehicle theft cases.

In comparison, the 2019 crimes report for Waterloo was 306 violent crimes, 1,708 property crimes, and 16 arsons. Further analysis of the violent crimes includes two murder and nonnegligent manslaughter cases, 11 rape cases, 42 robbery cases, and 251 aggravated assault cases. On the other hand, property crimes consist of 568 burglary cases, 991 larceny-theft cases, and 149 motor vehicle theft cases.

Are Waterloo Criminal Records Public?

Yes, Waterloo criminal records are public records. The Division of Criminal Investigation of the Department of Public Safety is responsible for maintaining and providing access to criminal history information. Interested individuals can access the records in person, by mail, or online. The Division of Criminal Investigation charges $15 for each check. For mail and fax requests, record seekers must submit a complete criminal history request form and criminal history billing form to:

Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation
Support Operations Bureau
1st Floor
215 E 7th Street
Des Moines, IA 50319
Phone: (515) 725-6066
Fax: (515) 725-6080

On the other hand, requesters can visit the office location for in-person requests. Although, only subjects of a request can get instant results. Other requesters must leave their request to enable record officers to process the document and determine if the requester has the rights to the documents. Furthermore, interested individuals must present valid photo identification.

Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation
Support Operations Bureau
1st Floor
215 E 7th Street
Des Moines, IA 50319
Phone: (515) 725-6066
Fax: (515) 725-6080
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday

How to Obtain Waterloo Police Reports and Arrest Records

Interested individuals can obtain Waterloo police records, arrest records, and other related documents at the Waterloo Police Department. The Information Service Unit is responsible for maintaining and providing access to the documents upon request. Requesters may access the records in person or online. The Unit charges $10 for report fees, while computer searches cost $20. Interested individuals can contact the Information Service Unit at the office location:

Waterloo Police Department
715 Mulberry Street
Waterloo, IA 50703
Phone: (319) 291-2515

How to Find Sex Offender Information in Waterloo

Requesters can use the Iowa Sex Offender Registry to find sex offender information in Waterloo. The Iowa Sex Offender Registry contains statewide information on registered sex offenders. Individuals interested in Waterloo sex offender records can obtain some of the following information: full name (and aliases if available), address, offense type, booking photograph, gender, and so on. In addition, requesters may use the name search, advanced search, map search, email and IDs search, telephone search, or vehicle search to access the desired information.

How to Find Waterloo Inmate Records

Requesters can find Waterloo inmate records using the Who's In Jail portal. The Black Hawk County is responsible for maintaining and providing public access to inmate information within its purview. Individuals interested in Waterloo inmates' information must fill out any of the following: the inmate name, date booked, date booked range, and charge. Examples of inmate information available include inmate's full name, age, weight, height, gender, race, hair color, eye color, city, charge, court or bond case number, and so on.

How Do I Visit an Inmate in Waterloo Jail?

The Black Hawk County Sheriff's Office maintains and operates the jail facility for Waterloo inmates and other cities within its jurisdiction. Family and friends who intend to visit an inmate must create an account before visiting. Individuals unable to set up their accounts can use the guide provided. The Black Hawk County Jail permits both local (onsite) and remote visitation. Note, all local visits must be set up on the visitor's device before visiting. The facility does not make a provision for account setup. In addition, all local visits must be scheduled 24 hours in advance. Meanwhile, visitors can schedule remote visits at any time. However, the service provider charges a fee to use the remote visit option.

The Black Hawk County Jail permits visitations based on the type of inmate. For instance, General population inmates are allowed one visit per day for a maximum of 30 minutes, while Maximum security inmates may receive two visits per week. Each visit may last up to 30 minutes. On the other hand, inmates in the Special Housing Unit (SHU) are only allowed one visit per week for a maximum of 3o minutes. Note, the facility may reduce the number of visitations available to an inmate due to disciplinary or other reasons. Interested persons can visit an inmate during the following hours:

A1: Monday through Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
A2: Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
A3 Lower Tier: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
A3 Upper Tier: Monday through Friday 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
B Pod Quarantined Inmates: Monday through Friday (Remote): 3:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
B Pod Quarantined Inmates: Monday through Friday (Local): 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
B-F Pods: Monday through Friday: 08:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., 12:15 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., and 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday additional: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
F-Pod Maximum Security Inmates: Call to see when available
F-Pod Administrative Segregation Inmates: Wednesday only 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Visitors who intend to visit the facility must be 18 years or above. Such persons must present current and valid photo identification when visiting. The facility prohibits the use of cell phones. Also, food and drinks are not allowed in the visiting or waiting area. Visitors may not be allowed in if their clothes are deemed inappropriate.

Black Hawk County Sheriff's Office
225 E 6th Street
Waterloo, IA 50703
Phone: (319) 291-2587

What are Waterloo Vital Records?

Waterloo vital records provide information about important life events in the city. Generated or maintained by government bodies, these documents include but are not restricted to death records, marriage records, divorce records, and birth records. Requesters must submit a record request to the record custodian to inspect or obtain Waterloo vital records. For instance, the Iowa Department of Public Health is responsible for keeping birth records.

Where and How to Obtain Waterloo Divorce Records

The Black Hawk County Clerk of Court keeps and issues copies of Waterloo divorce records within its purview. Interested individuals who intend to obtain or inspect divorce records in Waterloo must contact the courthouse in person. In addition, requesters must provide a clear description of the desired document and valid photo identification to show proof of entitlement. Acceptable photo identification includes government-issued identifications such as U.S. passport, military ID, driver's license ID, and so on.

Black Hawk County Clerk of Court
316 E. 5th Street
Waterloo, IA 50703
Phone: (319) 833-3331
Fax: (319) 833-3251

Where and How to Get Public Waterloo Marriage Records

The Black Hawk County Recorder's Office keeps and issues copies of marriages that occur within the county. Individuals interested in Waterloo marriage records can obtain them by submitting a record at the Recorder's office. Requesters may obtain the documents in person and must complete the application for a certified copy of the vital records form. A certified copy of a marriage record costs $15. The office lobby is open to requesters from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Black Hawk County Courthouse
316 E 5th Street
Room 208
Waterloo, IA 50703
Phone: (319) 833-3012

As an alternative, requesters can obtain Waterloo marriage records from the Iowa Department of Public Health. Each certified copy of marriage records costs $15. The department allows interested persons to obtain or inspect the documents in person, by mail, telephone, or online. Telephone requests are available via (866) 809-0290, from 6:00 a.m. CST through 7:00 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday. Requesters who intend to use the mail option must submit a complete Iowa vital records form with the correct fees to: