HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-11-2003 ICPD Reports/MemosIOWA CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
410 EAST WASHINGTON STP,~ET, IOWA CITY, IA 52240
(319) 356-5275 ! FAX # (319) 356-5449
"An Accredited Police Department"
To: Steve Atkins
From: RJ Winkelhake
Ref: Age of Consent
Date: 11 February 2003
As part of the continuous review of policy the department reviewed the
Juvenile Procedures General Order. The issue of age was an important part
of the review. While the age utilized (age 12) in the order was proper and not
in conflict with Iowa statures, a decision has been made to change the age to
Fourteen as the age at which the officers could obtain consent to search.
At age fourteen the individual begins to be given additional rights and
responsibilities in the State of Iowa. The individual is viewed as a Juvenile
rather than a child. The individual is able to operate an automobile and begin
exercise of independent judgement.
This review is another example of the type of review of policy and procedure
the department engages in on a regular basis. Review of policy and procedure
is an on going practice of the Iowa City Police Department. The City
Attorneys office reviews recommended changes.
Cc: City Attorney
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