Iowa legal term
Deferred sentence in Iowa Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Iowa legislative session
In Iowa criminal law, “Deferred sentence” 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 “Deferred sentence” mean in Iowa criminal law?
“Deferred sentence” means a sentencing option whereby the court enters an adjudication of guilt but does not impose a sentence. (Iowa Code § 907.1)
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