How to Search Clarke County Records (Start Here)
Clarke County, Iowa — court records through the local court clerk, property through the county assessor, recorded documents through the recorder or clerk.
- Local court clerk for case search.
- Property: County Assessor for values. Recorder or Clerk for deeds and documents.
- Jail: County Sheriff for current inmate information.
Each source below is verified and links to an official portal.
Jail & Inmate Records
Clarke County Recorded Documents
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Clarke County recorded documents and images from Iowa Land Records.
Property & Tax Records
Clarke County Property - Treasurer
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Search the Clarke County Treasurer database by parcel number or name for property record information and pay property taxes online.
Business, Voter & Other
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Clarke County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of Court for court records in Clarke County. Start there for case lookups and dockets.
Who handles property records in Clarke County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the County Recorder. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Assessor. For tax bills and payments, go to the Tax Collector.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Clarke County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Clarke County are issued by the County Clerk. Birth and death certificates are available from the state Vital Records office. Divorce records come from the court that granted the decree.
Are Clarke County records available online? ▼
Online access in Clarke County varies by office. Contact the offices listed above directly by phone or in person for records not yet available online.
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