Criminal Mischief Penalties Iowa

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Throwing an object into a window in Iowa can be criminal mischief. Damage under $200 is a simple misdemeanor, $200-$500 is a serious misdemeanor, and over $500 is a felony. Past records may affect sentencing. Contact a local attorney, avoid further incidents, gather defense evidence, and prepare to pay for damages if guilty. Legal aid services in Iowa include Iowa Legal Aid and Legal Hotline for Older Iowans.

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O friend do a coffee cup through their window and neighbors window and she said that she was going to call the law on them and they already have bad record anyways or along you know past record but never done this to that neighbor before what are they looking at and how much jail time and what should they do in Iowa Garden Grove
Hello Jim Reed,
In Iowa, throwing an object into a window can be considered criminal mischief. If the damage is:
- Less than $*, it's a simple misdemeanor.
- Between $*-$*, it's a serious misdemeanor.
- Over $*, it's a felony.
The past record might affect sentencing. They should contact a local attorney.
So what dothey do
Your friend should:
- Contact a local attorney immediately
- Avoid further incidents
- Gather evidence for their defense
- Prepare to pay for damages, if found guilty
Remember, only a lawyer can provide legal advice.
Can you help legal srvice
Sure, Jim. I can provide information, but I can't offer direct legal services. Here are some legal aid services in Iowa:
*. Iowa Legal Aid: Provides free legal assistance to low-income Iowans.
*. Legal Hotline for Older Iowans: Offers legal advice to Iowans aged * and older.
Remember, it's important to reach out to a local attorney.