Murder in Iowa law constitutes the intentional killing, under circumstances defined by law, of people within or under the jurisdiction of the U.S. state of Iowa.
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that in the year 2020, the state had one of the lowest murder rates in the country.[1]
Penalties
| Offense | Mandatory sentencing |
|---|---|
| Second Degree Murder | Maximum of 50 years with up to 70% with no parole |
| First/Second Degree Murder by a Person Previously Convicted of First/Second Degree Murder | Life Imprisonment Without Parole |
| First Degree Murder | Life Imprisonment Without Parole with first 5 years in solitary confinement |
References
- ↑ "National Center for Health Statistics: Homicide Mortality by State". Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. February 16, 2021. Retrieved September 24, 2021.
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