Maximum of 2 years in prison and $650 to $6250 in fines
It is an aggravated misdemeanor if a person harbors a runaway minor in the state of Iowa. The severity of the punishment will vary depending on the amount of time harbored and the age of the minor.
Yes.
Misdemeanor
Death.
A misdemeanor conviction can potentially prevent you from obtaining a handgun in Iowa. The specific impact would depend on the nature of the misdemeanor offense and whether it is considered a disqualifying factor under Iowa law. It is recommended to consult with an attorney or legal professional to fully understand the implications of your misdemeanor conviction on your ability to obtain a handgun in Iowa.
Depends on the court.
life in prison
Iowa Code § 710.8 makes it illegal to harbor a runaway. It is an aggravated misdemeanor to do so. A person shall not harbor a runaway child with the intent of allowing the runaway child to remain away from home against the wishes of the child's parent, guardian, or custodian. However, the provisions of this subsection do not apply to a shelter care home which is licensed or approved by the department of human services.
Iowa Child Welfare Research Station was created in 1917.
It depends. As a first offense, no. For repeated offenses, it can be and can even be charged as a felony.
Aggravated Misdemeanor
Currently the Iowa law website does not have a 726.65 listed as a published or active law. Here is what is available. CHAPTER 726 PROTECTION OF THE FAMILY AND DEPENDENT PERSONS SUBCHAPTER I CRIMINAL VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES 726.1 Bigamy. 726.2 Incest. 726.3 Neglect or abandonment of a dependent person. 726.4 Husband or wife may be witness. 726.5 Nonsupport. 726.6 Child endangerment. 726.6A Multiple acts of child endangerment - penalty. 726.7 Wanton neglect of a resident of a health care facility. 726.8 Wanton neglect or nonsupport of a dependent adult. 726.9 through 726.20 Reserved. SUBCHAPTER II CHILD IDENTIFICATION AND PROTECTION ACT 726.21 Short title. 726.22 Definitions. 726.23 Fingerprinting of children prohibited - exception - conditions. This is in Title 16 of the Iowa code.