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IA SF2020
Bill
Status
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mark Lofgren
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AI Summary
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Individuals on felony probation or parole who are arrested on new felony charges must appear before a magistrate before being released on pretrial release guidelines or bond schedule.
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The bill amends Iowa Code sections 804.21 and 804.22 to add this mandatory magistrate appearance requirement alongside the existing exception for methamphetamine-related offenses.
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Applies specifically to those under supervision by the district department of correctional services as a result of a felony conviction sentence.
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If a person is released pursuant to pretrial release guidelines, the initial appearance must be scheduled within 30 days of release.
Legislative Description
A bill for an act requiring an initial appearance before a magistrate on new felony charges by a person on felony probation or parole.
Last Action
Placed on calendar.
1/27/2026