The Iowa Department of Public Safety (DPS) has a history of dedication and service to the citizens of Iowa and those who visit our state. Since it was first established in 1939, DPS has been the chief law enforcement agency in the State of Iowa. DPS is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa on the Capitol Complex, along with a statewide presence.

This Week's News

	Ed Thomas Bill Form Effective July 1, 2010, Iowa Code Section 229.22, as amended by SF 2352, requires notification of a specified law enforcement agency prior to discharge of a patient brought to a hospital or facility for emergency mental health treatment by a law enforcement agency for whom an arrest warrant has been issued or charges are pending.  The new law provides that DPS must develop a form for law enforcement to use when requesting notification. Follow the links below to download the form. Form DPS-229 in PDF format Form DPS-229 in Word format
	SF2379 amends Iowa Code Chapter 724 regarding the issuance of Iowa permits to carry weapons. View frequently asked questions here. (hyperlink to phrase "frequently asked questions" both here and below on the admin services webpage)
	IE Compatibility View - If you are having problems with the Iowa Department of Public Safety's website loading correctly please click here and turn on your compatibility view in internet explorer and our website will load correctly.
	The State Fire Marshal has delayed implementation of the requirements for licensing of fire protection system installers and maintenance workers until October 1, 2010. Further information about the program may be obtained here.
	New Residential Smoke Detector Installation Requirements (effective date April 1, 2010)
	State of Iowa Phishing Statement
September 1, 2010	Farm Progress Show Delayed Two Hours
August 31, 2010	State Fire Marshal Urges Fire Safe Campus

DPS currently is divided into six (6) divisions:

Administrative Services Division
Division of Criminal Investigation
Iowa State Patrol Division
Intelligence Division
Division of Narcotics Enforcement
State Fire Marshal Division

The Commissioner's Office is comprised of four (4) bureaus that provide assistance and support to the divisions and other law enforcement and fire service agencies. They are:

Governor's Traffic Safety
Plans, Research & Training
Professional Standards
Public Information

Mailing Address

Iowa Department of Public Safety
215 East 7th Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50319