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1. Are divorce records located in the Recorder's Office?

No, divorces are court actions, so the records are kept at the Clerk of District Court's office.

2. Can the Recorder's Office verify information via telephone regarding birth, death and/or marriage records ?

No. Records are available for review in person, but information regarding births, deaths and marriages cannot be given over the telephone.

3. Is there a process to register as an officiant to perform marriages in Iowa?

Officiants are not required to register with the State of Iowa.

4. Is there a list of judges who perform marriages in Linn County?

There are currently 2 magistrates who perform marriages in Linn County:
Ms. Robin O'Brien-Licht (319)721-3502
Ms. Lorraine Machacek (319)377-0520

5. What is the fee for a certified copy of a birth, death or marriage record?

Certified copies are $15 each.

6. Where do I get a marriage license?

Recorder’s Office of Vital Records located at:
935 2nd St. SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Or call the office at 319-892-5445

7. Where do I get a copy of my birth certificate?

Recorder's Office of Vital Records
Jean Oxley Linn County Public Service Center
935 2nd St. SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

8. Once we pick up our license to marry, how long is it valid?

Your license to marry does not expire. Once it is picked up from the Recorder's Office, it is good until you are married. If you do not pick up your paperwork, the Recorder's office will hold it for six months, then lapse it, and you will not be able to use it.

9. If I need a certified copy of a vital record from another county, where do I apply?

You may call VitalCheck at 1(866)809-0290 to order a certified copy. You must have a credit card in your name. The fee is more for this service than if you order in person at the county registrar's office.