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Alien in Iowa Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Iowa legislative session

In Iowa criminal law, “Alien” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Iowa criminal code.

What does “Alien” mean in Iowa criminal law?

“Alien” means the same as defined in 8 U.S.C. §1101, as of January 1, 2023. 2. “Port of entry” means a port of entry in the United States as designated by 19 C.F.R. pt. 101. (Iowa Code § 718C.1)

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