I have been charged with drug possession and I am going to be going to court next month. I understand this is an example of a class D felony in Iowa. What exactly does this mean- since it is a felony charge am I going to have to go to jail? What penalties can I face?
What is the punishment and consequences of a Class D Felony in Iowa?
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You are correct, depending on the circumstances, drug possession or drug related charges could be an example of a class D felony in Iowa. The charges you face will depend on the specific circumstances and on the decision of the judge or jury. The minimum penalty for a class D felony is a find of $750 as well as court costs. The maximum penalty is five years in prison and a $7,5000 fine. You may also have your DNA listed in a database of felons within the state of Iowa and lose your drivers license for six months. You should speak with an experienced criminal attorney in order to find out what your options are in regards to defending against the felony charges and/or potentially pleading the charges down to a lesser offense.
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Posted by Christy Rakoczy on 14 Apr 2010