Iowa legal term
Chemical test in Iowa Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Iowa legislative session
In Iowa criminal law, “Chemical test” 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 “Chemical test” mean in Iowa criminal law?
“Chemical test” means a test of a person’s blood, breath, or urine to determine the percentage of alcohol present by a qualified person using devices and methods approved by the commissioner of public safety. c. “Peace officer” means the same as defined in section 801.4. 2. (Iowa Code § 123.46)
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