Iowa legal term
Written instrument in Iowa Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Iowa legislative session
In Iowa criminal law, “Written instrument” 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 “Written instrument” mean in Iowa criminal law?
“Written instrument” means a written or printed agreement, bill of sale, invoice, certificate of authenticity, catalogue, or any other written or printed note, memorandum, or label describing the work of fine art or multiple which is to be sold, exchanged, or consigned by an art merchant. (Iowa Code § 715B.1)
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