Iowa § 236.3B - 236.3B Assistance by county attorney.

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§ 236.3B. 236.3B Assistance by county attorney.

A county attorney’s office may provide assistance to a person wishing to initiate proceedings pursuant to this chapter or to a plaintiff at any stage of a proceeding under this chapter, if the individual does not have sufficient funds to pay for legal assistance and if the assistance does not create a conflict of interest for the county attorney’s office. The assistance provided may include, but is not limited to, assistance in obtaining or completing forms, filing a petition or other necessary pleading, presenting evidence to the court, and enforcing the orders of the court entered pursuant to this chapter. Providing assistance pursuant to this section shall not be considered the private practice of law for the purposes of section 331.752. 93 Acts, ch 157, §2 Referred to in §232.8, 915.50 Thu Dec 11 19:11:52 2025 Iowa Code 2026, Section 236.3B (17, 0)

Source: official Iowa text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Iowa § 236.3B

What does Iowa Code § 236.3B cover?

Section 236.3B ("236.3B Assistance by county attorney.") is part of the Iowa Code, the codified statutory law of Iowa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Iowa § 236.3B?

A common citation format is "Iowa Code § 236.3B" (Iowa). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Iowa law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Iowa official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Iowa attorney.

How does Iowa § 236.3B apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Iowa can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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