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Iowa Code Title XVI. Criminal Law and Procedure [Chs. 687-916] § 909.1. Fine without imprisonment

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Upon a verdict or plea of guilty of any public offense for which a fine is authorized, the court may impose a fine instead of any other sentence where it appears that the fine will be adequate to deter the defendant and to discourage others from similar criminal activity.

Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Iowa Code Title XVI. Criminal Law and Procedure [Chs. 687-916] § 909.1. Fine without imprisonment - last updated January 01, 2020 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ia/title-xvi-criminal-law-and-procedure-chs-687-916/ia-code-sect-909-1/


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