Iowa legal term
Gratuity in Iowa Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Iowa legislative session
In Iowa criminal law, “Gratuity” 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 “Gratuity” mean in Iowa criminal law?
“Gratuity” means consideration in any form, including but not limited to a gift, commission, discount and bonus. 2. (Iowa Code § 722.10)
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