Iowa legal term
Public library in Iowa Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Iowa legislative session
In Iowa criminal law, “Public library” 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 “Public library” mean in Iowa criminal law?
“Public library” means any library that receives financial support from a city or county pursuant to section 8A.222. 23. a. “Relevant information” means the following information with respect to a sex offender: (1) Criminal history, including warrants, articles, status of parole, probation, or supervised release, date of arrest, date of conviction, and registration status. (Iowa Code § 692A.101)
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