Embezzlers face stiff odds as restitution rises
Iowa officials cite weak penalties for first degree embezzlement and limited prison terms despite a 125 dollar monthly restitution rate. Johnson County prosecutors note overcrowded prisons and non violent thefts, urging short terms for white collar crimes. Police report many cases go unreported amid fear of bad publicity.
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Iowa court ruling on sex offender residence law sparks appeals
Judge Pratt's decision questions the retroactive 2000 foot rule as unconstitutional in part while rejecting claims of cruel and unusual punishment. ICLU backs the challenge and state officials consider appeals and legislative revisions to craft a smaller residential barrier.
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Alberta mad cow tests find no BSE among 81 cattle
Officials tested 81 cattle on a Canadian Alberta farm that had been shipped to the United States in 2001 and traced 189 farms. Of 255 animals tested, 29 were found, with 14 at higher risk, and no BSE detected. Rendered protein totaling 2000 tons linked to Holsteins is being destroyed.
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Back Pain Relief Secrets Revealed
Cedar Rapids readers are invited to request a free report on a claimed safest and longest lasting low back pain treatment. Call toll free 1-800-495-0786 ext 2000 and listen to a 24 hour recorded message from Dr. Justin Kling at 3043 Center Point Rd NE.
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