The bill amends Section 708.6 of the Iowa Code, which addresses intimidation with a dangerous weapon. It establishes that a person commits a class C felony if they intentionally injure or provoke fear or anger in another by discharging a dangerous weapon at another person or at a location occupied by another person, under circumstances that suggest the threat will be carried out. Additionally, the bill introduces a class D felony for similar actions that do not meet the criteria for a class C felony.

Significantly, the bill removes specific language that previously included discharging a dangerous weapon within an assembly of people and the associated implications of placing those individuals in reasonable apprehension of serious injury. The penalties for violations are clearly defined, with a class C felony carrying a potential sentence of up to 10 years and fines ranging from $1,370 to $13,660, while a class D felony can result in up to 5 years of confinement and fines between $1,025 and $10,245.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 708.6