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Iowa Code § 814.5 — The state as appellant or applicant
Current through 2026 Iowa Code (enactments effective on or before 2026-01-01, through the 2025 Regular Session, 91st G.A.)
Part of Chapter 814: Appeals From the District Court, Iowa Code.
Full text of Iowa Code § 814.5
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. Right of appeal is granted the state from:
a. An order dismissing an indictment, information, or any count thereof.
b. A judgment for the defendant on a motion to the indictment or the information.
c. An order arresting judgment or granting a new trial.
2. Discretionary review may be available in the following cases:
a. An order dismissing an arrest or search warrant.
b. An order suppressing or admitting evidence.
c. An order granting or denying a motion for a change of venue.
d. A final judgment or order raising a question of law important to the judiciary and the profession.
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