Iowa criminal charge
Attempted burglary in the third degree in Iowa
Attempted burglary in the third degree is a criminal offense under Iowa law, defined by Iowa Code § 713.6B. Its classification is not fixed: Iowa assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by Iowa Code § 713.6B.
What is the penalty for attempted burglary in the third degree in Iowa?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 2 years (Attempted burglary in the third degree — general — Applies to all attempted burglary that is not attempted burglary in the first or second degree, except as provided for unoccupied vehicles/vessels in subsection 2.; a sentence of more than one year is an indeterminate term (§903.1(2))) | discretionary | Iowa Code § 903.1 |
| Fine | $855 to $8,540 (Attempted burglary in the third degree — general — Applies to all attempted burglary that is not attempted burglary in the first or second degree, except as provided for unoccupied vehicles/vessels in subsection 2.; fine may not be suspended by the court (§903.1(1)); §911 surcharges added on top) | mandatory | Iowa Code § 903.1 |
| Jail / prison | up to 1 years (Attempted burglary of unoccupied motor vehicle, motor truck, or vessel — first offense — Applies when the attempted burglary involves an unoccupied motor vehicle, motor truck, or vessel and it is the person's first such offense.; the court may order imprisonment in addition to the fine (§903.1(1)(b))) | discretionary | Iowa Code § 903.1 |
| Fine | $430 to $2,560 (Attempted burglary of unoccupied motor vehicle, motor truck, or vessel — first offense — Applies when the attempted burglary involves an unoccupied motor vehicle, motor truck, or vessel and it is the person's first such offense.; fine may not be suspended by the court (§903.1(1)); §911 surcharges added on top) | mandatory | Iowa Code § 903.1 |
Applies to current (2026 Iowa Code; fine levels per 2020 Acts ch 1074).
How is attempted burglary in the third degree classified in Iowa?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attempted burglary in the third degree — general | Aggravated Misdemeanor | Applies to all attempted burglary that is not attempted burglary in the first or second degree, except as provided for unoccupied vehicles/vessels in subsection 2. | Iowa Code § 713.6B(1) |
| Attempted burglary of unoccupied motor vehicle, motor truck, or vessel — first offense | Serious Misdemeanor | Applies when the attempted burglary involves an unoccupied motor vehicle, motor truck, or vessel and it is the person's first such offense. | Iowa Code § 713.6B(2) |
Common questions about attempted burglary in the third degree in Iowa
Is attempted burglary in the third degree a felony or a misdemeanor in Iowa?
It depends on the circumstances: attempted burglary in the third degree ranges from a Serious Misdemeanor to a Aggravated Misdemeanor in Iowa under Iowa Code § 713.6B.
Attempted burglary in the third degree — general: Aggravated Misdemeanor (Iowa Code § 713.6B(1)) · Attempted burglary of unoccupied motor vehicle, motor truck, or vessel — first offense: Serious Misdemeanor (Iowa Code § 713.6B(2))
What are the penalties for attempted burglary in the third degree in Iowa?
Penalties for attempted burglary in the third degree in Iowa depend on how it is classified — from a Serious Misdemeanor up to a Aggravated Misdemeanor — with the ranges set by Iowa Code § 903.1; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which Iowa statute covers attempted burglary in the third degree?
Attempted burglary in the third degree is governed by Iowa Code § 713.6B (Attempted burglary in the third degree).
Legal terms used in this law
This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.