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Pediatric treatment facility in Iowa Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Iowa legislative session

In Iowa criminal law, “Pediatric treatment facility” 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 “Pediatric treatment facility” mean in Iowa criminal law?

“Pediatric treatment facility” means a treatment facility that provides treatment relating to the development, care, and diseases of infants, children, and adolescents and that meets the accreditation requirements described in subsection 3. d. “Sexual assault examiner” means a medical practitioner who is trained to provide services that include but are not limited to the following: (1) Taking a medical history. (Iowa Code § 915.46)

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice.