Iowa Code 915.26 – Victim impact statement by victim of juvenile
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Terms Used In Iowa Code 915.26
- Child: includes child by adoption. See Iowa Code 4.1
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Victim Impact Statement: A written or spoken statement by the victim or his or her representative about the physical, emotional, and financial impact of a crime on the victim. The statement is given to the court before sentencing.
915.26 Victim impact statement by victim of juvenile.
1. If a complaint is filed under § 232.28, alleging a child has committed a delinquent
act, the alleged victim may file a signed victim impact statement with the juvenile court.
2. The victim impact statement shall be considered by the court and the juvenile court officer handling the complaint in any proceeding or informal adjustment associated with the complaint.
3. Unless the matter is disposed of at the preliminary inquiry conducted by the intake officer under § 232.28, the victim may also be allowed to orally present the victim impact statement.
98 Acts, ch 1090, §23, 84
1. If a complaint is filed under § 232.28, alleging a child has committed a delinquent
act, the alleged victim may file a signed victim impact statement with the juvenile court.
2. The victim impact statement shall be considered by the court and the juvenile court officer handling the complaint in any proceeding or informal adjustment associated with the complaint.
3. Unless the matter is disposed of at the preliminary inquiry conducted by the intake officer under § 232.28, the victim may also be allowed to orally present the victim impact statement.
98 Acts, ch 1090, §23, 84