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===== Iowa Laws Regarding Registration =====

=== Who must register? ===

692A.103\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.103.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.103.pdf]]\\
Offenses by tiers 692A.102\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.102.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.102.pdf]]

=== What information must registrants provide? ===

692A.121b.(1)\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.121.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.121.pdf]]

=== How frequently must they register? And for how long? ===

Every 3/6/12 months 692A.108\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.108.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.108.pdf]]\\
10 yrs/life 692A.106\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.106.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.106.pdf]]

=== Does the state categorize registrants by levels/tiers? ===

Yes, tier I, tier II, and tier III.\\
692A.102 Sex offense classifications\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.102.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.102.pdf]]

=== Does the state use risk assessment when assigning tiers or levels to registrants? ===

No, however, it is used only for those petitioning for relief from registration.\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/2025/692A.102.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/2025/692A.102.pdf]]\\
Sex Offender Risk Assessment: State-Level Policies for Determining Registration and Notification Requirements. See pdf pg. 57\\
[[https://www.ojp.gov/pdffiles1/smart/306898.pdf|https://www.ojp.gov/pdffiles1/smart/306898.pdf]]

=== Do any registrants remain privately registered? If so, who? ===

709.4(1)(b)(3)(d)\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/709.4.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/709.4.pdf]]

=== Is there a registration fee? ===

Yes\\
$25 annually, optional per county\\
692.11\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.110.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.110.pdf]]

=== Are there special restrictions for registrants even after supervision? ===

2000 foot residency restriction from school or registered daycare 692A.114(3) - there are several exceptions. See law text.\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.114.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.114.pdf]]\\
Electronic monitoring 692A.124 - this is during supervision\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.124.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.124.pdf]]\\
Cannot work with dependent adults 692A.115\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.115.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.115.pdf]]\\
Exclusion Zones if offense involves minor 692A.113\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.113.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.113.pdf]]\\
Registration fee and civil penalties 692A.110\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.110.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.110.pdf]]\\
Required hormonal therapy in some cases\\
[[https://doc.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hsf-704a_feminizing_hormone_informed_consent.pdf|https://doc.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hsf-704a_feminizing_hormone_informed_consent.pdf]]\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/publications/search/document?fq=id:913690&pdid=866055&q=903B#903B.10|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/publications/search/document?fq=id:913690&pdid=866055&q=903B#903B.10]]\\
903B.10\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/publications/search/document?fq=id:1205878&pdid=1156391&q=hormonal#903B.10|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/publications/search/document?fq=id:1205878&pdid=1156391&q=hormonal#903B.10]]

=== Is there a process for removal from the registry? If so, who qualifies and what is the process? ===

692A.128\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/2018/692A.128.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/2018/692A.128.pdf]]

=== What is the registration requirement for someone with a sexual offense who is visiting the state? ===

Within 5 days according to these FAQs; cannot find visiting specifically addressed in statutes\\
[[http://www.iowasexoffender.com/faq/content|http://www.iowasexoffender.com/faq/content]]

=== What is the registration requirement for someone with a sexual offense who will be moving to the state to live or to attend school? ===

Within 5 days 692A.103\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.103.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/692A.103.pdf]]


===== State Laws Regarding Sexual Offenses and Offenders, other than registration =====

=== What sexual offenses can people be convicted of, and what are the ranges of sentences? ===

709.2 – 709.16; .18; .21 ff\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/709.2.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/709.2.pdf]]\\
709.3\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/709.3.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/709.3.pdf]]\\
709.4\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/709.4.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/709.4.pdf]]

=== Does the state have lifetime supervision? ===

903B.1\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/903B.1.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/903B.1.pdf]]

=== Does the state have indeterminate sentencing? ===

902.3\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/902.3.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/902.3.pdf]]

=== What are the state civil commitment laws? ===

229A\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/DOCS/ACO/IC/LINC/Chapter.229A.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/DOCS/ACO/IC/LINC/Chapter.229A.pdf]]

=== Are there “Romeo and Juliet” laws or other laws specific to young people? ===

Yes 709.4(1)(b)(3)(d)\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/709.4.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/709.4.pdf]]\\
How a Bill Becomes Law\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LP/696315.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LP/696315.pdf]]

===== Info for State Advocates =====

=== Are felons allowed to vote? If so, when is this right restored? ===

Iowa’s Constitution currently states that anyone convicted of a felony has no right to vote or hold public office. But in 2020 the Governor signed Executive Order 7, restoring the right to vote to nearly all Iowans who have been convicted of a felony and have successfully completed their sentences.\\
[[https://governor.iowa.gov/services/voting-rights-restoration|https://governor.iowa.gov/services/voting-rights-restoration]]

=== What does the state say about persons who are required to register? ===

[[http://www.iowasexoffender.com/|http://www.iowasexoffender.com/]]\\
[[http://www.iowasexoffender.com/faq/content|http://www.iowasexoffender.com/faq/content]]\\
[[http://www.iowasexoffender.com/registration|http://www.iowasexoffender.com/registration]]

=== How does the state’s legislative process work? ===

[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LP/696315.pdf|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LP/696315.pdf]]\\
Good set of legislative FAQs\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/FAQ?action=home|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/FAQ?action=home]]

=== How can I locate legislation regarding sexual offense issues? ===

Find bills by a wide variety of methods\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/findLegislation|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/findLegislation]]\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/billTracking/billVersions|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/billTracking/billVersions]]

=== Best keywords are: ===

Sexual; sexual offense; sex offender

=== How to sign up for notifications of bill movement: ===

Choose from a list of tracking tools; some free; some require subscription\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/billTracking|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/billTracking]]\\
attorney provided site\\
[[http://libguides.law.drake.edu/c.php?g=150988&p=992718|http://libguides.law.drake.edu/c.php?g=150988&p=992718]]\\
Choose “Coalition against sexual assault”\\
[[http://www.ialobby.com/billtracker/|http://www.ialobby.com/billtracker/]]

=== Most important legislative committees for our issues are: ===

Judiciary (S)\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/committees/committee?ga=87&groupID=697|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/committees/committee?ga=87&groupID=697]]\\
Appropriations, justice system\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/committees/committee?ga=87&groupID=678|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/committees/committee?ga=87&groupID=678]]\\
Appropriations (H)\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/committees/committee?ga=87&groupID=695|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/committees/committee?ga=87&groupID=695]]\\
Judiciary (H)\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/committees/committee?ga=87&groupID=689|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/committees/committee?ga=87&groupID=689]]\\
Public safety (H)\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/committees/committee?ga=87&groupID=670|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/committees/committee?ga=87&groupID=670]]

=== Contact info for state legislators can be found at: ===

Senate\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislators/senate|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislators/senate]]\\
House\\
[[https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislators/house|https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislators/house]]


===== Other Useful State Information =====

=== Contact information for state registry office ===

215 East 7th Street\\
Des Moines, Iowa 50319\\
Voice: (515) 725-6050\\
Fax: (515) 725-6040\\
email form available at link after doing captcha\\
[[http://www.iowasexoffender.com/contact/|http://www.iowasexoffender.com/contact/]]

=== NARSOL state affiliate website or blog: ===

**Iowans Unafraid** \\
[[https://www.iowansunafraid.org/|https://www.iowansunafraid.org/]]\\
PO Box 64\\
Altoona, IA 50009\\
(515) 518-7189

=== Other helpful state advocacy groups: ===

Response needed.

=== Other registrant-friendly state support groups: ===

Iowans Unafraid offers a support group every 2nd sunday for family friends and allies at 3pm central and a support group that meets every 4th sunday at 3pm central for PFRs. If interested in attending, send an email to [[http://iowansunafraid@gmail.com|iowansunafraid@gmail.com]] for a Zoom link.

=== Other helpful information ===

[[http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/iowa/|http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/iowa/]]\\
[[http://sexoffenderonestopresource.com/iowa/|http://sexoffenderonestopresource.com/iowa/]]