Polk County District Court, Iowa Filing Rules

The court may allow additional compensation if a written application shows that the compensation under the rule is grossly inadequate.

The Clerk must docket all pleadings, orders, exhibits, and other matters on EDMS in a timely manner.

If the case settles before trial, the parties or counsel must submit a Decree to the Court for approval.

Juvenile Court Services must notify all parties of the detention hearing's date, time, and place at the earliest possible time.

If the reporter cannot or will not provide daily copy, the trial judge should communicate that decision to counsel.

Felony cases are generally expected to proceed from arrest to trial within six months, and continuances should be granted only upon a showing of good and compelling cause.

Judges must file all orders with the Clerk of Court through EDMS in a timely manner.

The parties must appear at the scheduled settlement conference remotely or in person, as selected.

Each daily juvenile courtroom docket posting must identify the time and the child’s first and last initials, and must not identify the type of proceeding.