Most people are familiar with the fact that when a person is arrested, they're read their Miranda rights. This is a common thing that you'll see in all criminal law television shows. However, many Iowa residents get confused when it comes to exactly when an officer...
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Month: April 2021
Are Breathalyzer tests always accurate?
The state of Iowa sets a standard for alcohol impairment at .08 blood alcohol content level for those who are stopped while operating a motor vehicle. In fact, motorists can even be cited for "wet" reckless driving when the content level is above .05 BAC. However,...
Overview of a legal search of a vehicle after an OWI stop
It is important for Iowa motorists to know what a law enforcement officer can and cannot do after pulling a driver over on a suspicion of operating while intoxicated. One of the questions that often comes up is whether a police officer is able to search a vehicle when...
Types of felonies and the maximum sentences they carry
Felonies represent the most serious types of criminal charges lodged against Iowa residents. A variety of offenses can result in a felony indictment. Law enforcement officials group these crimes into categories based on levels of seriousness. A conviction can cost a...
Proposed legislation eliminates firearms permit requirement
In early March 2021, a subcommittee in the Iowa House of Representatives advanced House Study Bill 254 on to the full House Public Safety Committee, legislation designed to do away with the law requiring a permit to purchase of carry a firearm in the state. The...