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Iowa R. Crim. P. 2.61

Appointment of counsel

activein force · 2023-07-01 – presentact-effective-date

In cases where the defendant faces the possibility of

incarceration, the magistrate shall appoint counsel for an indigent defendant in accordance with

procedures established under rule 2.2(3). The magistrate shall allow the defendant reasonable

time and opportunity to consult with counsel if the defendant expresses a desire to do so.

History

[66GA, ch 1245(2), §1302; 67GA, ch 153, §85; Report November 9, 2001, effective February 15, 2002; Court Order October 14, 2022, effective July 1, 2023]

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www.legis.iowa.gov
Retrieved
2026-09-24
Edition
2026-09-24
Content hash
4b5035203759278d2e52a51d95259aa053962ea0d0a7033b17bd035d36b091c6
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