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Iowa Code Title XVI. Criminal Law and Procedure [Chs. 687-916] § 804.13. Use of force in preventing an escape

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

A peace officer or other person who has an arrested person in custody is justified in the use of such force to prevent the escape of the arrested person from custody as the officer or other person would be justified in using if the officer or other person were arresting such person.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Iowa Code Title XVI. Criminal Law and Procedure [Chs. 687-916] § 804.13. Use of force in preventing an escape - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ia/title-xvi-criminal-law-and-procedure-chs-687-916/ia-code-sect-804-13/

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