Des Moines Laws
Created by FindLaw's team of legal writers and editors | Last updated June 20, 2016
Des Moines is the capital of Iowa and the seat of Polk County. It’s known for corn, insurance, finance, publishing and the Iowa Caucus -- the first step in the U.S. presidential candidate nomination process for both Republicans and Democrats. While engaging in such an eclectic lifestyle, you might not necessarily be prepared if you have a legal issue. Don’t worry. FindLaw is the place to start. The following articles contain information about Des Moines local laws on wide ranging legal topics, including criminal law and car accidents. You can also find information on courthouses and free and low cost legal services.