Iowa SF104 mandates surgical castration for certain sex offenses involving victims under 12 years old.

Iowa SF104 introduces a requirement for surgical castration for individuals convicted of serious sex offenses where the victim was under 12 years old at the time of the offense. This applies in addition to any other punishment provided by law. The procedure must be performed as soon as reasonably possible after sentencing, contingent on a medical expert's determination that the procedure is appropriate. The bill takes effect upon enactment.

Iowa SF104 mandates surgical castration for certain sex offenses involving victims under 12 years old.

Iowa SF104 introduces a requirement for surgical castration for individuals convicted of serious sex offenses where the victim was under 12 years old at the time of the offense. This applies in addition to any other punishment provided by law. The procedure must be performed as soon as reasonably possible after sentencing, contingent on a medical expert's determination that the procedure is appropriate. The bill takes effect upon enactment.