Iowa HF414 amends county attorney duties to prohibit conflicts of interest in legal representation.
Iowa HF414 modifies the duties of county attorneys to prevent conflicts of interest. The bill prohibits county attorneys from accepting fees for services rendered in prosecutions or official business, engaging in legal representation for parties other than the state or county, and receiving assistance from other attorneys in civil actions related to criminal disputes. If a county sheriff believes a conflict of interest exists and the board of supervisors refuses to act, the sheriff can petition a district court for a ruling.
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