Iowa HF2201 increases penalties for sexual misconduct by peace officers and facility staff with juveniles and prisoners.
Iowa HF2201 amends the Code to increase penalties for sexual misconduct by peace officers, correctional staff, and county jail personnel with juveniles and prisoners. The bill elevates the offense from an aggravated misdemeanor to a class "D" felony, punishable by up to five years in confinement and a fine. This applies to those who engage in sex acts with individuals in the custody of the department of corrections, judicial district department of correctional services, or county jails.
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