236A.20 Mutual protective orders prohibited — exceptions.
A court in an action under this chapter shall not issue mutual protective orders against the victim and the abuser unless both file a petition requesting a protective order.
2017 Acts, ch 121, §23
Structure Iowa Code
Chapter 236A - SEXUAL ABUSE — PROTECTIVE ORDERS — SERVICES
Section 236A.3 - Commencement of actions — waiver to juvenile court.
Section 236A.4 - Plaintiffs proceeding pro se — provision of forms and assistance.
Section 236A.5 - Assistance by county attorney.
Section 236A.6 - Hearings — temporary orders.
Section 236A.8 - Emergency orders.
Section 236A.10 - Sexual abuse information.
Section 236A.11 - Plaintiff’s address — confidentiality of records.
Section 236A.12 - Duties of peace officer — magistrate.
Section 236A.13 - Prevention of further abuse — notification of rights — liability.
Section 236A.14 - Prohibition against referral.
Section 236A.16 - Department powers and duties.
Section 236A.17 - Sexual abuse training requirements.
Section 236A.18 - Reference to certain criminal provisions.
Section 236A.19 - Foreign protective orders — registration — enforcement — immunity.
Section 236A.20 - Mutual protective orders prohibited — exceptions.