Immunity — citizen intervention.

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IA Code › Title XVI › Chapter 915 › Section 915.3

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Any person who, in good faith and without remuneration, renders reasonable aid or assistance to another against whom a crime is being committed or, if rendered at the scene of the crime, to another against whom a crime has been committed, is not liable for any civil damages for acts or omissions resulting from the aid or assistance, and is eligible to file a claim for reimbursement as a victim under this chapter.

98 Acts, ch 1090, §3, 84

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