Rule 2.60 – Appearance of defendant

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Upon initial appearance, the charge against the defendant must be distinctly read to the defendant, and a copy given to the defendant, and the defendant shall be asked whether the defendant is charged under the defendant’s correct name. If the defendant objects...

Rule 2.58 – Arrest

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The officer who receives the warrant shall arrest the defendant and bring the defendant before the magistrate without unnecessary delay or serve the citation in the manner provided in Iowa Code chapter 804.Iowa. R. Crim. P. 2.5866GA, ch 1245(2), § 1302; 67GA, ch 153,...

Rule 2.57 – Arrest warrant

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Immediately upon filing the complaint, the magistrate or district court clerk or the clerk’s deputy may issue an arrest warrant or may issue a citation instead of an arrest warrant and deliver it to a peace officer.Iowa. R. Crim. P. 2.57 66GA, ch 1245(2), §...

Rule 2.56 – Filing of complaint

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The magistrate or district court clerk or the clerk’s deputy must file the complaint and mark thereon the time of filing the same.Iowa. R. Crim. P. 2.5666GA, ch 1245(2), § 1302; Report November 9, 2001, effective February 15, 2002

Rule 2.55 – Contents of the complaint

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The complaint shall contain:2. 55(1) The name of the county and of the court where the complaint is filed.2. 55(2) The names of the parties, if the defendants be known, and if not, then such names as may be given them by the complainant.2. 55(3) A concise statement of...