Iowa SF2011 amends mandatory minimum sentences for certain criminal offenses, including forcible felonies involving dangerous weapons and child.

Iowa SF2011 modifies mandatory minimum sentences for specific criminal offenses. For individuals convicted of forcible felonies involving dangerous weapons, the bill mandates a minimum of one-half of the sentence imposed by law before parole eligibility. For child endangerment convictions, parole or work release is denied until the person serves between one-half and seven-tenths of the maximum term. Additionally, habitual offenders must serve a minimum of one-half of their sentence before parole eligibility.

Iowa SF2011 amends mandatory minimum sentences for certain criminal offenses, including forcible felonies involving dangerous weapons and child.

Iowa SF2011 modifies mandatory minimum sentences for specific criminal offenses. For individuals convicted of forcible felonies involving dangerous weapons, the bill mandates a minimum of one-half of the sentence imposed by law before parole eligibility. For child endangerment convictions, parole or work release is denied until the person serves between one-half and seven-tenths of the maximum term. Additionally, habitual offenders must serve a minimum of one-half of their sentence before parole eligibility.