Iowa criminal charge
Soliciting or providing material support or resources for terrorism in Iowa
Soliciting or providing material support or resources for terrorism is a criminal offense under Iowa law, defined by Iowa Code § 708A.4. 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 § 708A.4.
What is the penalty for soliciting or providing material support or resources for terrorism in Iowa?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 25 years (Material support exceeding $1,000 — The value of the material support or resources provided to a person who commits or attempts to commit terrorism exceeds one thousand dollars.; indeterminate term (§902.3): the statute sets only the maximum; release is determined by the board of parole. No fine for a class “B” felony under §902.9) | discretionary | Iowa Code § 902.9 |
| Jail / prison | up to 10 years (Material support not exceeding $1,000 — The value of the material support or resources provided to a person who commits or attempts to commit terrorism does not exceed one thousand dollars.; indeterminate term (§902.3); maximum only, release determined by the board of parole) | discretionary | Iowa Code § 902.9 |
| Fine | $1,370 to $13,660 (Material support not exceeding $1,000 — The value of the material support or resources provided to a person who commits or attempts to commit terrorism does not exceed one thousand dollars.; §911 surcharges added on top) | mandatory | Iowa Code § 902.9 |
Applies to current (2026 Iowa Code).
How is soliciting or providing material support or resources for terrorism classified in Iowa?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Material support exceeding $1,000 | Class “B” Felony | The value of the material support or resources provided to a person who commits or attempts to commit terrorism exceeds one thousand dollars. | Iowa Code § 708A.4(1) |
| Material support not exceeding $1,000 | Class “C” Felony | The value of the material support or resources provided to a person who commits or attempts to commit terrorism does not exceed one thousand dollars. | Iowa Code § 708A.4(2) |
Common questions about soliciting or providing material support or resources for terrorism in Iowa
Is soliciting or providing material support or resources for terrorism a felony or a misdemeanor in Iowa?
It depends on the circumstances: soliciting or providing material support or resources for terrorism ranges from a Class “C” Felony to a Class “B” Felony in Iowa under Iowa Code § 708A.4.
Material support exceeding $1,000: Class “B” Felony (Iowa Code § 708A.4(1)) · Material support not exceeding $1,000: Class “C” Felony (Iowa Code § 708A.4(2))
What are the penalties for soliciting or providing material support or resources for terrorism in Iowa?
Penalties for soliciting or providing material support or resources for terrorism in Iowa depend on how it is classified — from a Class “C” Felony up to a Class “B” Felony — with the ranges set by Iowa Code § 902.9; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which Iowa statute covers soliciting or providing material support or resources for terrorism?
Soliciting or providing material support or resources for terrorism is governed by Iowa Code § 708A.4 (Soliciting or providing material support or resources for terrorism).
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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.