Iowa Code §321J.2 (OWI)

321J.2 Operating while under the influence of alcohol or a drug or while having an alcohol concentration of .08 or more (OWI). 1. A person commits the offense of operating while intoxicated if the person operates a motor vehicle in this state in any of the following conditions: a. While under the influence of an […]

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Iowa Code §124.401 (Possession of Controlled Substances) 2008 ed.

124.401 Prohibited acts – manufacturers – possessors – counterfeit substances – simulated controlled substances – penalties. 1. Except as authorized by this chapter, it is unlawful for any person to manufacture, deliver, or possess with the intent to manufacture or deliver, a controlled substance, a counterfeit substance, or a simulated controlled substance, or to act […]

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PAULA in Iowa City

Paula – or Possession of Alcohol under the Legal Age, is a very common offense in Iowa City. A short time ago the fine was small, even for multiple offenses. Now the fines are staggering. A first offense Paula will cost a defendant $314.00. That includes $200.00 for the fine, a 32% “surcharge” and the […]

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The Purpose of this Blog

This blog is used to convey information about Iowa criminal law, criminal procedure and my practice to the public. Hopefully you can find some important legal information in the posts that will come. My main website, www.thompsonjustice.com, already contains vast amounts of information on general topics of Iowa criminal law and procedure. However, this blog […]

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