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Attorney
Contact Information
Officeholder
Fayette County Attorney
120 East Charles Street Oelwein,
Iowa 50662
Phone
Staff
First Assistant County Attorney
Litigation Support Coordinator
kdavis@co.fayette.ia.us
Victim Witness Coordinator
sdudley@co.fayette.ia.us
Office Manager
Office Manager
Duties of the County Attorney
Prosecute all violations of state criminal laws and county ordinances
Provide legal advice to the county offices/officials
Represent and defend the state, county, and its officers in officially related cases
Recover debts, fines, penalties, etc., owed to the state or county
Present mental health commitment proceedings
Present juvenile delinquency and child in need of assistance cases
The Fayette County Attorney's Office offers a variety of diversion programs to maximize public safety, reduce recidivism, and enhance a fair and efficient criminal justice system.
Each case is subject to individualized review and eligibility to participate in the program will depend on the specific circumstances of the case.
Although diversion programs provide many benefits, not everyone is eligible to participate. Once your application is submitted, it will be reviewed to determine if your case is eligible for a treatment program.
Click here to apply for the Traffic/Misdemeanor Diversion Program.
The Fayette County Attorney's Office (Iowa) offers payment plans to assist you in payment of delinquent court debt. Participation in a payment plan with the County Attorney's Office may allow you to obtain your driver's license, satisfy conditions of Probation/Parole, or release the hold on your vehicle registration. We offer two (2) different types of payment plans.
To apply for a payment plan please fill out this application: Payment Plan Application
How long does the application process take?
Due to the amount of applications we receive, the processing time is approximately 30 days. Once your application has been processed, we will send your payment plan for electronic signature. A minimum down payment of $100 is required to start a payment plan. However, do not make a down payment until you have signed your payment plan. If you do not qualify for a payment plan, we will call you to discuss your options.
How do I make payments?
Pay online. Iowa Courts Online: Click Here
Pay by phone. Pay by phone by calling (515) 348-4788 from 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.
Pay through the mail. You can send a check or money order by mailing it to the Fayette County Clerk of Court, 114 N Vine St Suite 200, West Union, IA 52175. Make payable to “Fayette County Clerk of Court” Be sure to include at least one case number on your check or money order.
Pay in person. Go to the Fayette County Clerk of Court located at the Fayette County Court House, 114 N Vine St, West Union, IA 52175. They accept cash, check, money orders, debit, or credit cards. The Fayette County Clerk of Court is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (excluding holidays).
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