Johnson County Clerk Office

Clerks Offices in Johnson County, IA are responsible for maintaining public records for the county. The Clerk's office provides public access to records in accordance with local government regulations and laws. The Johnson County Office also provides support for the local elections process. The duties and responsibilities of the Clerk is regulated through Iowa state, Johnson County, and local government statutes, ordinances, charters and regulations.

• Johnson County public records
• Property records, mortgage records and title deeds
• Johnson County, Iowa vital records, birth records, death records and certificates
• Marriage and divorce records, licenses and applications
• Business & professional licenses, permits, and registrations
• Election records, voter registration and poll locations

Johnson County Clerks keep a variety of public record including vital records and certificates including birth records, death records, marriage records, and divorce records. Clerks maintain Johnson County property and land records including mortgages, deeds, titles, tax liens, court judgments, maps, floor plans, blueprints, variances, probate and estate records.

The Office of the Clerk manages Johnson County public records and documents and may provide copies of public records upon request and fee remittance.

A wide variety of Johnson County permits, and licenses are available at the Clerk's Office, including: hunting and fishing licenses, vendor permits, liquor licenses, parking permits, and special events permits. The Office may also provide professional services, including business licensing, permits, name registration and notary services.

Clerks provide marriage certificates, marriage license applications and records. The Office also provides information on the process and requirements for couples planning to get married. Johnson County Clerks Offices provide certified copies of marriage certificates upon request.

The Office of Johnson County Clerks provide assistance to local elections, helping with voter registration, candidate filings, voter petitions, and swearing elected officials into public office.

Clerks are responsible for posting public notices, government meeting records, agendas, and minutes in accordance with local Johnson County ordinances, regulations and Iowa state law.