This bill amends existing Iowa law to require that individuals arrested on new felony charges who are currently on felony probation or parole must have an initial appearance before a magistrate before they can be released. The bill specifies that this requirement applies to those who are on probation or parole as a result of a felony conviction and are under the supervision of the district department of correctional services. This change aims to ensure that individuals with a history of felony convictions are appropriately assessed by a magistrate before being released from custody.

The bill modifies sections 804.21 and 804.22 of the Iowa Code, which previously allowed for the release of arrested individuals under certain conditions, including pretrial release guidelines or bond schedules. However, the new language stipulates that such releases cannot occur for individuals charged with a felony if they are on probation or parole, thereby enhancing oversight and judicial involvement in the release process for this specific group of offenders.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 804.21, 804.22