Iowa HF138 revises the Iowa rules of criminal procedure to extend the time for bringing a defendant to trial after an indictment or venue change.

Iowa HF138 modifies the Iowa rules of criminal procedure to extend the time for bringing a defendant to trial from 90 days to 120 days after an indictment or a change in venue is granted. The revised rules must be submitted for legislative council review by October 14, 2025. The bill takes effect upon enactment.

Iowa HF138 revises the Iowa rules of criminal procedure to extend the time for bringing a defendant to trial after an indictment or venue change.

Iowa HF138 modifies the Iowa rules of criminal procedure to extend the time for bringing a defendant to trial from 90 days to 120 days after an indictment or a change in venue is granted. The revised rules must be submitted for legislative council review by October 14, 2025. The bill takes effect upon enactment.