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Sexually motivated in Iowa Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Iowa legislative session

In Iowa criminal law, “Sexually motivated” 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 “Sexually motivated” mean in Iowa criminal law?

“Sexually motivated” means the same as defined in section 229A.2. 30. “Sexually violent offense” means an offense for which a conviction has been entered for any of the following indictable offenses: a. (Iowa Code § 692A.101)

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice.