Iowa Code 707.9 – Murder of fetus aborted alive
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Attorney's Note
Under the Iowa Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class B felony | up to 25 years |
Terms Used In Iowa Code 707.9
- person: means individual, corporation, limited liability company, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership or association, or any other legal entity. See Iowa Code 4.1
707.9 Murder of fetus aborted alive.
A person who intentionally kills a viable fetus aborted alive shall be guilty of a class “”B””
felony.
[C79, 81, §707.9]
Definition of “”viability””, §702.20
A person who intentionally kills a viable fetus aborted alive shall be guilty of a class “”B””
felony.
[C79, 81, §707.9]
Definition of “”viability””, §702.20