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The Iowa Sex Offender Registry website is a resource that contributes to public safety by providing current information regarding sex offenders in Iowa communities. Our staff is responsible for collecting, reviewing, and maintaining sex offender registration records, and aids law enforcement in upholding the registration compliance of Iowa sex offenders.

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Established
July 1995

The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation Sex Offender Registry was established as the central repository for Iowa Sex Offender registration records.  Our staff processes and maintains records for current Iowa Sex Offenders.

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Megan Kanka

In 1996 the Wetterling Act was amended by Megan's Law, which requires states to release relevant information about registered sex offenders to protect the public. This law bears the name of Megan Kanka, a seven year old girl who was sexually molested and murdered by a convicted sex offender after being invited into his home to play with his new puppy.

Jacob Wetterling

As part of the 1994 Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act the United States Congress passed the Jacob Wetterling Crimes Act which bears the name of an 11-year old Minnesota boy who was abducted, assaulted and murdered near his family home. The Act set forth guidelines for states to establish sex offender registry programs.

Jetseta Gage

Jetseta Marrie Gage was a Cedar Rapids, Iowa child who was kidnapped, raped, and murdered by a registered sex offender in 2005. Jetseta's case generated awareness and prompted changes in sentencing and sex offender registration laws for those who commit child sex crimes in Iowa.

Registered Sex Offender Heat Map

To view Registrants in your county, click the Information tab and hover or click on the county of interest.

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Notifications and Watches

The Iowa Sex Offender Registry allows you to receive email notifications about registrants, these notifications are sent within 60 minutes of a change to a registered information.

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Department of Public Safety

DPS has a history of dedication and service to the citizens of Iowa and those who visit our state. Since it was first established in 1939, DPS has been the chief law enforcement agency in the state of Iowa.

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Division of Criminal Investigation

DCI was created in 1921 to provide investigative support and expertise to law enforcement agencies across the state of Iowa.

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Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website

NSOPW is an unprecedented public safety resource that provides the public with access to sex offender data nationwide. NSOPW is a partnership between the U.S. Department of Justice and state, territorial and tribal governments, working together for the safety of adults and children.

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There are currently 7,099 active registrants in Iowa.

Our website is typically updated on an hourly basis Monday through Friday, during business hours. The last update was completed on 03/04/2026 03:18:02 PM.

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Most Wanted Registrants

These individuals are considered absconders and are in a non-compliance status with local jurisdictions. Do not attempt to apprehend any of these offenders yourself.

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Notifications and Watches

The Iowa Sex Offender Registry allows you to receive email notifications about registrants, these notifications are sent within 60 minutes of a change to a registered information. If you decide you no longer wish to receive notifications or need to make any changes, you may sign in and update these settings through the "My Account" and "My Watches" tabs.

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Information and Statistics

The Iowa Sex Offender Information tab contains details about the Iowa Code and several other areas of interest. You can view a map of registrants by county under "Web Stats," available documents under "Forms," and links to additional resources under "Links."

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Most Wanted

The individuals on the most wanted page are considered absconders and are in a non-compliance status with local jurisdictions. Do not attempt to apprehend any of these offenders yourself. Report any information to DPS or your local law enforcement.

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