Iowa criminal charge
Theft against an older individual in Iowa
Theft against an older individual is a criminal offense under Iowa law, defined by Iowa Code § 714.2A. 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 § 714.2A.
What is the penalty for theft against an older individual in Iowa?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 25 years (Theft against an older individual — first degree — The person commits theft in the first degree under section 714.2, subsection 1, against an older individual.; 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 (Theft against an older individual — second degree — The person commits theft in the second degree under section 714.2, subsection 2, against an older individual.; indeterminate term (§902.3); maximum only, release determined by the board of parole) | discretionary | Iowa Code § 902.9 |
| Fine | $1,370 to $13,660 (Theft against an older individual — second degree — The person commits theft in the second degree under section 714.2, subsection 2, against an older individual.; §911 surcharges added on top) | mandatory | Iowa Code § 902.9 |
| Jail / prison | up to 5 years (Theft against an older individual — third degree — The person commits theft in the third degree under section 714.2, subsection 3, against an older individual.; indeterminate term (§902.3); maximum only, release determined by the board of parole) | discretionary | Iowa Code § 902.9 |
| Fine | $1,025 to $10,245 (Theft against an older individual — third degree — The person commits theft in the third degree under section 714.2, subsection 3, against an older individual.; §911 surcharges added on top) | mandatory | Iowa Code § 902.9 |
| Jail / prison | up to 2 years (Theft against an older individual — fourth degree — The person commits theft in the fourth degree under section 714.2, subsection 4, against an older individual.; a sentence of more than one year is an indeterminate term (§903.1(2))) | discretionary | Iowa Code § 903.1 |
| Fine | $855 to $8,540 (Theft against an older individual — fourth degree — The person commits theft in the fourth degree under section 714.2, subsection 4, against an older individual.; 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 (Theft against an older individual — fifth degree — The person commits theft in the fifth degree under section 714.2, subsection 5, against an older individual.; the court may order imprisonment in addition to the fine (§903.1(1)(b))) | discretionary | Iowa Code § 903.1 |
| Fine | $430 to $2,560 (Theft against an older individual — fifth degree — The person commits theft in the fifth degree under section 714.2, subsection 5, against an older individual.; 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).
How is theft against an older individual classified in Iowa?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theft against an older individual — first degree | Class “B” Felony | The person commits theft in the first degree under section 714.2, subsection 1, against an older individual. | Iowa Code § 714.2A(1)(a) |
| Theft against an older individual — second degree | Class “C” Felony | The person commits theft in the second degree under section 714.2, subsection 2, against an older individual. | Iowa Code § 714.2A(1)(b) |
| Theft against an older individual — third degree | Class “D” Felony | The person commits theft in the third degree under section 714.2, subsection 3, against an older individual. | Iowa Code § 714.2A(1)(c) |
| Theft against an older individual — fourth degree | Aggravated Misdemeanor | The person commits theft in the fourth degree under section 714.2, subsection 4, against an older individual. | Iowa Code § 714.2A(1)(d) |
| Theft against an older individual — fifth degree | Serious Misdemeanor | The person commits theft in the fifth degree under section 714.2, subsection 5, against an older individual. | Iowa Code § 714.2A(1)(e) |
Common questions about theft against an older individual in Iowa
Is theft against an older individual a felony or a misdemeanor in Iowa?
It depends on the circumstances: theft against an older individual ranges from a Serious Misdemeanor to a Class “B” Felony in Iowa under Iowa Code § 714.2A.
Theft against an older individual — first degree: Class “B” Felony (Iowa Code § 714.2A(1)(a)) · Theft against an older individual — second degree: Class “C” Felony (Iowa Code § 714.2A(1)(b)) · Theft against an older individual — third degree: Class “D” Felony (Iowa Code § 714.2A(1)(c)) · Theft against an older individual — fourth degree: Aggravated Misdemeanor (Iowa Code § 714.2A(1)(d)) · Theft against an older individual — fifth degree: Serious Misdemeanor (Iowa Code § 714.2A(1)(e))
What are the penalties for theft against an older individual in Iowa?
Which Iowa statute covers theft against an older individual?
Theft against an older individual is governed by Iowa Code § 714.2A (Theft against an older individual).
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.