Iowa HF2787 prohibits warrant resolution clinics and substantially equivalent programs, with penalties for violators.

Iowa HF2787 bans warrant resolution clinics and similar programs that allow individuals with outstanding warrants to resolve them without immediate arrest. Violators face simple misdemeanor charges and civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation, recoverable by the attorney general. Public officials or employees who knowingly violate the law face removal from office or employment. The bill also prohibits the use of public funds or facilities for hosting such clinics. Any resident can bring a civil action in district court for injunctive relief, damages, and attorney fees.

Iowa HF2787 prohibits warrant resolution clinics and substantially equivalent programs, with penalties for violators.

Iowa HF2787 bans warrant resolution clinics and similar programs that allow individuals with outstanding warrants to resolve them without immediate arrest. Violators face simple misdemeanor charges and civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation, recoverable by the attorney general. Public officials or employees who knowingly violate the law face removal from office or employment. The bill also prohibits the use of public funds or facilities for hosting such clinics. Any resident can bring a civil action in district court for injunctive relief, damages, and attorney fees.