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Facing harassment charges in Cedar Rapids? Our experienced harassment defense attorneys protect your rights against criminal and workplace harassment claims. Call today for a consultation.
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Your Rights Against Harassment Charges

If you’re facing harassment charges in Iowa, you need an experienced harassment defense attorney in Cedar Rapids to protect your rights and defend your case. Harassment allegations can result in serious consequences, including fines, jail time and a criminal record that can affect your job and reputation. Whether you’ve been accused of criminal harassment or workplace harassment, understanding Iowa harassment laws is key.

Iowa Harassment Laws

Iowa law classifies harassment into three degrees:

  • First-degree harassment – Aggravated misdemeanor involving threats of a forcible felony or multiple prior harassment convictions. Up to two years in prison and fines to $8,540.
  • Second-degree harassment – Serious misdemeanor involving threats of bodily injury or multiple prior harassment convictions. Up to one year in jail and fines to $2,560.
  • Third-degree harassment – Simple misdemeanor, which includes other forms of harassment such as repeated annoying communication without a legitimate purpose. Up to 30 days in jail and fines to $855.

Types of Harassment in Iowa

Someone commits harassment if they intend to intimidate, annoy or alarm another person by:

  • Sending unwanted phone calls, messages or emails without a legitimate purpose
  • Ordering goods or services in another person’s name without consent
  • Giving false information to a law enforcement officer to implicate someone else in a crime
  • Making personal contact to threaten, intimidate or alarm another person

Workplace Harassment and Employer Liability

Workplace harassment is a separate legal issue that falls under federal and state employment laws, including the Civil Rights Act. Harassment in the workplace can take many forms including:

  • Sexual harassment – Unwelcome sexual advances, inappropriate comments or requests for sexual favors
  • Verbal harassment – Insults, slurs or offensive language directed at an employee
  • Nonverbal harassment – Intimidating gestures, offensive symbols or inappropriate body language
  • Physical harassment – Unwanted physical contact, threats or aggressive behavior
  • Discriminatory harassment – Harassment based on race, disability, age, gender or other protected characteristics. Employers have a legal obligation to prevent workplace harassment and address complaints promptly. Failure to do so can result in lawsuits, fines and reputational damage.

If you’re accused of workplace harassment, a harassment defense attorney in Cedar Rapids can help you know your rights and build a strong defense.

How a Harassment Defense Attorney Can Help

If you’re facing harassment charges or workplace harassment allegations, you need legal representation. Our harassment defense attorneys in Cedar Rapids can:

  • Review your case and explain your options
  • Challenge false accusations and weak evidence
  • Negotiate with prosecutors to reduce or dismiss charges
  • Represent you in court to defend against criminal harassment charges
  • Defend your rights in workplace harassment cases, whether you’re defending against claims or responding to employer investigations

Call a Harassment Defense Attorney in Cedar Rapids Today

A harassment charge can have lifelong consequences. Whether you’re facing criminal harassment charges or a workplace harassment claim, we can help. Contact our Cedar Rapids harassment defense attorneys today for a consultation and get started protecting your rights.

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