Your parents may have committed felony identity theft and/or fraud in putting the utilities in your name as a minor. You can cancel the account. ...

The judge wants you to personally appear at the time scheduled for sentencing because you are requesting that judgment be deferred and that you be...

You are correct that as long as you are on probation, the matter, including the deferred judgment, is public record. Keep in mind, however, that...

What do I need to do if I am a victim of internet fraud ?

Notify the three credit rating companies of the ID theft and request a copy of your report.

How do you get motion of discovery in iowa with a public deffender?

Your attorney will request discovery from the state. Some county attorneys will provide it automatically without asking; others want a reciprocal...

Would it be conflict of interest if the attorney representing me had represented CI in the past?

If the CI is going to be called as a witness, then your attorney may have a conflict to resolve.

You could be charged with domestic abuse assault causing bodily injury if your relationship qualifies. That is one step above a simple...

You will want to do whatever you can to keep this within Juvenile Court Services. You can anticipate probation. You don't want permanent theft...

Is it illegal for my 16 year old to be having sex with a 24 year old?

The age of consent in Iowa is 16. However, if the manipulation amounts to coercion, then that is a different story altogether.

Can my landlord send me an email every Sat for the last 5 sat stating he will be showing my apt from 4-5pm every Mon, Tue, Wed,

Iowa law requires at least 24 hour notice by the landlord prior to entering. Even though it's inconvenient, it appears to be valid notice.