Iowa statute
Iowa Code § 724.16A — Trafficking in stolen weapons
Current through 2026 Iowa Code (enactments effective on or before 2026-01-01, through the 2025 Regular Session, 91st G.A.)
Part of Chapter 724: Weapons, Iowa Code.
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Full text of Iowa Code § 724.16A
Statutory text current through the 2026 Iowa Code (enactments effective on or before 2026-01-01, through the 2025 Regular Session, 91st G.A.). This publication reproduces the statutory text of the official 2026 Iowa Code (Legislative Services Agency); it is not the official publication of the State of Iowa.
1. A person who knowingly transfers or acquires possession, or who facilitates the transfer, of a stolen firearm commits:
a. A class “D” felony for a first offense.
b. A class “C” felony for second and subsequent offenses or if the weapon is used in the commission of a public offense.
2. However, this section shall not apply to a person purchasing stolen firearms through a buy-back program sponsored by a law enforcement agency if the firearms are returned to their rightful owners or destroyed.
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