Courts - Mental Health Division | Clerk of the District Court
222 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309
Eligibility
Open to people ages 18 and older and have first-hand information, and be involved with the person to be committed
Required documents
Call for details
(515) 875-5533
Fax·
Fax
(515) 286-3666
Voice·
Main Phone
Websitehttps://www.iowacourts.gov
Email[email protected]
Application process
Call or visit website to file an application
Fees
None
Service area
Polk County, IA
Clerk of the District Court, Mental Health Division assists with process of securing involuntary hospitalization of the mentally ill or those with substance abuse issues. Respondent is given a copy of signed application when they are taken into custody. Persons signing the application must be present to testify. Respondent is represented by a lawyer and the applicant is represented by the county attorney. Hearing determines if the respondent is seriously mentally impaired.
Date of Last Formal Update
08/26/2025
Data provided by
United Way of the Midlands
Providing organization
Clerk of the District Court
Responsible for Small Claims Court, and the Mental Health Division.