In the Matter of Adopting Amendments to Chapter 6, Iowa Rules of Appellate Procedure, and Chapter 8, Iowa Rules of Juvenile Procedure September 28, 2026 Chief Justice Christensen has signed an order adopting amendments to chapter 6, Iowa Rules of Appellate Procedure, relating to juvenile appeals, and corresponding amendments to chapter 8, Iowa Rules of Juvenile Procedure. Additionally, corresponding amendments to Form 4: Notice of Appeal (Cross-Appeal) (Child in Need of Assistance and Termination Cases), and Appellate Procedure Timeline No. 3: Iowa Code Chapter 232 Child in Need of Assistance and Termination of Parental Rights Appeals were also made. The amendments to rules 6.102, 6.104, and 8.21 are subject to legislative council review as provided by Iowa Code section 602.4202. The rule amendments are adopted effective January 1, 2027.

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Franklin County Elections Launches Informative Website

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