Go see a local attorney with all the facts. You cannot get a full discussion of the issues on the internet. What do you mean by unwitting? Is that person going to testify? Perhaps it is just that person's word, and that needs to be explored fully.

A child is defined in Iowa Code section 232.68 as any person under the age of 18 years.

Yes. Good time in prison is actually counted against the minimum sentence. That is to say, a person sentenced with a minimum sentence of 3 years can get out before 3 years have expired.

Once the judge signs the judgment order. For misdemeanors, this often occurs on paper as long as you waived a sentencing hearing. For felonies a separate sentencing hearing is often required to be held. If you do not receive anything from your attorney or the court within a few days, make sure to... View More

Yes. If police arrive with a valid warrant, and find evidence of an unexpected crime, that evidence can be used against you.

Under Iowa law, the only way to expunge an old theft conviction is if you had received a deferred judgment at the time of the original sentence. Otherwise there is nothing that can be done.