Two brief videos, in English and in Spanish, show how an Iowa criminal case moves forward after an arrest. Hearings for Black Hawk County Jail inmates are in Waterloo's courthouse on East 5th Street. The English one moves from the first court appearance through bail, plea deals and trial.
Para familias hispanohablantes: El video en español explica las etapas de un caso penal en Iowa. Los casos de las personas detenidas en la cárcel de Black Hawk County se ven en el tribunal del condado, 316 East 5th Street, Waterloo. La secretaría del tribunal (319-833-3331) puede confirmar cuándo es la próxima audiencia.
Where in Waterloo is criminal court held?
How can I confirm a Black Hawk County hearing date?
Is a free lawyer available if the defendant can't pay?
Can family bring court clothes to the Black Hawk County Jail?
At the Black Hawk County Courthouse, 316 East 5th Street, Waterloo, IA 50703.
Search Iowa Courts Online by name, or call case scheduling at 319-833-3332 or the clerk at 319-833-3331.
The State Public Defender's adult office in Waterloo, 319-291-2535, is normally appointed on indictable charges after the judge approves a financial affidavit.
Not directly. The sheriff accepts court clothing only from the defense attorney, from two days before the hearing until 8:30 a.m. that day, and never for an initial appearance.