Iowa HF2216 mandates restitution for those convicted of injuring or killing a police service dog.

Iowa HF2216 amends the Code to require a person convicted of injuring or killing a police service dog to pay restitution to the law enforcement agency for the dog's replacement cost, training, and related expenses. This applies to cases where the dog is permanently disabled or killed. The bill modifies penalties by adding this restitution requirement.

Iowa HF2216 mandates restitution for those convicted of injuring or killing a police service dog.

Iowa HF2216 amends the Code to require a person convicted of injuring or killing a police service dog to pay restitution to the law enforcement agency for the dog's replacement cost, training, and related expenses. This applies to cases where the dog is permanently disabled or killed. The bill modifies penalties by adding this restitution requirement.