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CRIMINAL LAW AND PROCEDURE > INTERCEPTION OF COMMUNICATIONS
Short Summary
This legal document, part of the Iowa Code on Criminal Law and Procedure, governs the interception of communications in the state of Iowa. It defines various terms related to interception and provides exemptions for certain types of electronic communication and devices. Willfully intercepting, using, disclosing, or using the contents of a wire, oral, or electronic communication without proper authorization is a class ‘D’ felony. The document also prohibits the disclosure of intercepted communications or the devices used for interception, with violation being a class ‘D’ felony. Overall, this document establishes the penalties and exceptions related to the interception of communications in Iowa.
Whom does it apply to?
All individuals and entities involved in the interception of wire, oral, or electronic communications in the state of Iowa
What does it govern?
Interception of communications
What are exemptions?
1. Operators of switchboards or communications common carriers who intercept, disclose, or use communications in the normal course of employment. 2. Persons acting under color of law with consent. 3. Owners or lessees of real property who intercept oral communications for the purpose of detecting or preventing criminal activity.
What are the Penalties?
Willfully intercepting, using, disclosing, or using the contents of a wire, oral, or electronic communication without proper authorization is a class 'D' felony. Disclosure of intercepted communications or the devices used for interception is also a class 'D' felony.
Jurisdiction
Iowa