Read more about Chapter A. 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 , DPS has been the chief law enforcement agency in the State of Iowa. DCI was created in to provide investigative support and expertise to law enforcement agencies across the state. Department of Justice. The NSOPR site is a cooperative effort between Jurisdictions hosting public sex offender registries "Jurisdictions" and the federal government.
Registrants have recently reported receiving calls from a person claiming to be with law enforcement. The caller requests cash or other form of payment, and suggests the victim will face arrest for not complying with registration requirements. Please be advised that no law enforcement or government agency will ever request such payment, nor make threats of arrest by phone.
Anyone receiving such a call should not make any payment or provide any information to the caller. The Act set forth guidelines for states to establish sex offender registry programs. In 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.
Jetseta Marrie Gage was a Cedar Rapids, Iowa, child who was kidnapped, raped and murdered by a registered sex offender in Jetseta's case prompted awareness and changes in sentencing and sex offender registration laws for those who commit child sex crimes in Iowa.
This site uses Javascript and it seems you either have it disabled or are using a browser that does not support it. You can continue, but you should be aware that many features may not work properly for you. Iowa Sex Offender Registry. There are currently 6, registrants listed on this website. This Website is typically updated hourly during business hours, Monday through Friday. Search Registry. Nearby Registrants Map. Most Wanted. The Division of Criminal Investigation DCI was created in to provide investigative support and expertise to law enforcement agencies across the state.
