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Administrative Laws in Iowa.

Iowa administrative-law practice involves professional license defense, agency adjudications, rulemaking, and judicial review of agency decisions. The Iowa Administrative Procedure Act at chapter 17A of the Iowa Code provides the core framework for rulemaking, contested cases, and judicial review in the district courts.

Last verified: 2026-04-17

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Statute of Limitations

Judicial review typically 30 days from final agency decision; variesIowa Code ch. 17A

Iowa administrative-law deadlines are agency- and rule-specific. Judicial review of final agency action under the IAPA generally requires filing a petition within 30 days of service of the final decision.

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Key Iowa Statutes

Iowa Administrative Procedure ActIowa Code ch. 17A

The IAPA governs rulemaking, contested cases, and judicial review of administrative action for most Iowa state agencies.

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