Iowa law on sexual abuse broadens cases beyond force
The article discusses how Iowa's sexual abuse statute defines force as not required and includes cases involving nonconsensual acts and incapacitation from intoxication. It notes juries often resist convicting in acquaintance rape, even with broad provisions. It contrasts with other states and cites expert commentary on threats of force and consent.
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Polls show Branstad under 50 in Iowa GOP primary
Campaign officials argue polls favor Grandy as Branstad trails under 50 percent. PMR sampling shows crossovers from Democrats and independents, but Kennedy downplays crossovers and expects Republicans to vote in the GOP primary. Previous PMR results show varying margins as campaigns caution about methodology.
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Two killers on the run from upstate prison
Herbert Tony Arnold and John Casablanca escaped from the Mid-Hudson Psychiatric Center with a smuggled gun eight days ago and have vanished into New York City. Authorities describe eight murders between them and warn the public as a wide manhunt continues in all five boroughs and Long Island.
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