Service copies

22.35(1) After April 1, 1988, the clerk of court shall not make a part of the court file, or otherwise retain in the clerk’s office, service copies of pleadings, orders, or writs. 22.35(2) “Service copy” means the copy of the pleading, order, or writ attached to either the return of service or the document proving service. 22.35(3) All returns of service shall specify what pleading, order, or writ was served. Returns of service of an original notice shall certify that a copy of the petition was served with the notice pursuant to Iowa R. Civ. P. 1.302. [Court Order January 29, 1988, effective March 1, 1988; November 9, 2001, effective February 15, 2002]