Iowa criminal charge
Theft of pseudoephedrine in Iowa
Theft of pseudoephedrine is a criminal offense under Iowa law, defined by Iowa Code § 714.7C. 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 § 714.7C.
What is the penalty for theft of pseudoephedrine in Iowa?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 1 years (Theft of pseudoephedrine product from retailer — A person who commits what would otherwise be a simple misdemeanor theft of a pseudoephedrine-containing product from a retailer instead commits a serious misdemeanor.; 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 of pseudoephedrine product from retailer — A person who commits what would otherwise be a simple misdemeanor theft of a pseudoephedrine-containing product from a retailer instead commits a serious misdemeanor.; 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 theft of pseudoephedrine classified in Iowa?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theft of pseudoephedrine product from retailer | Serious Misdemeanor | A person who commits what would otherwise be a simple misdemeanor theft of a pseudoephedrine-containing product from a retailer instead commits a serious misdemeanor. | Iowa Code § 714.7Cundefined |
Common questions about theft of pseudoephedrine in Iowa
Is theft of pseudoephedrine a felony or a misdemeanor in Iowa?
What are the penalties for theft of pseudoephedrine in Iowa?
Penalties for theft of pseudoephedrine in Iowa depend on how it is classified — from a Serious Misdemeanor up to a Serious 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 theft of pseudoephedrine?
Theft of pseudoephedrine is governed by Iowa Code § 714.7C (Theft of pseudoephedrine — enhancement).
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.