Iowa criminal charge
Railroad vandalism in Iowa
Railroad vandalism is a criminal offense under Iowa law, defined by Iowa Code § 716.10. 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 § 716.10.
How is railroad vandalism classified in Iowa?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railroad vandalism in the first degree | Class “B” Felony | Applies when a person intentionally commits railroad vandalism which results in the death of any person. | Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(a) |
| Railroad vandalism in the second degree | Class “B” Felony | Applies when a person intentionally commits railroad vandalism which results in serious injury to any person. | Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(b) |
| Railroad vandalism in the third degree | Class “C” Felony | Applies when a person intentionally commits railroad vandalism which results in bodily injury to any person or property damage costing more than $10,000 to replace, repair, or restore. | Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(c) |
| Railroad vandalism in the fourth degree | Class “D” Felony | Applies when a person intentionally commits railroad vandalism which results in property damage costing $10,000 or less but more than $1,500 to replace, repair, or restore. | Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(d) |
| Railroad vandalism in the fifth degree | Aggravated Misdemeanor | Applies when a person intentionally commits railroad vandalism which results in property damage costing more than $750 but not exceeding $1,500 to replace, repair, or restore. | Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(e) |
| Railroad vandalism in the sixth degree | Serious Misdemeanor | Applies when a person intentionally commits railroad vandalism which results in property damage costing more than $300 but not exceeding $750 to replace, repair, or restore. | Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(f) |
| Railroad vandalism in the seventh degree | Simple Misdemeanor | Applies when a person intentionally commits railroad vandalism which results in property damage costing $300 or less to replace, repair, or restore. | Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(g) |
Common questions about railroad vandalism in Iowa
Is railroad vandalism a felony or a misdemeanor in Iowa?
It depends on the circumstances: railroad vandalism ranges from a Simple Misdemeanor to a Class “B” Felony in Iowa under Iowa Code § 716.10.
Railroad vandalism in the first degree: Class “B” Felony (Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(a)) · Railroad vandalism in the second degree: Class “B” Felony (Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(b)) · Railroad vandalism in the third degree: Class “C” Felony (Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(c)) · Railroad vandalism in the fourth degree: Class “D” Felony (Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(d)) · Railroad vandalism in the fifth degree: Aggravated Misdemeanor (Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(e)) · Railroad vandalism in the sixth degree: Serious Misdemeanor (Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(f)) · Railroad vandalism in the seventh degree: Simple Misdemeanor (Iowa Code § 716.10(2)(g))
Which Iowa statute covers railroad vandalism?
Railroad vandalism is governed by Iowa Code § 716.10 (Railroad vandalism).
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.