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In Iowa, it is illegal to possess, make or sell meth. It is also illegal to sell meth within 1000 feet of a school, park or swimming pool. Additionally, it is against the law to make meth in the presence of a minor. It also violates the Iowa law to possess ephedrine or pseudoephedrine (found in some cold tablets) with the intent to make meth or to sell or give either one to someone if you know it will be used to make meth.


A.     A person can be sentenced to up to one year in jail for simple possession of meth.

B.      A person who sells, makes or possesses meth with the intent to sell can be sentenced from 10-50 years in prison and up to a $1 million dollar fine depending on the amount.

C.      A person who makes meth in the presence of a minor can have 5 years added on to their sentence.

D.      A person who possesses ephedrine or pseudoephedrine with the intent to make meth can be sentenced up to 5 years plus a $7,500 fine.

E.  A person who sells or gives ephedrine or pseudoephedrine to anyone knowing it will be used to make meth can be sentenced up to 1 year in jail.

 

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