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first prong test in Iowa

65 Iowa opinions name it 2 courts 1983–2024 1 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Iowa courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (28)

CaseFollowedCited
State v. Hildebrantgreen
iowa · 1987 · cited in 10 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 1991–1996
2 sentences

1996State v. Hildebrant, 405 N.W.2d 839, 841 (Iowa 1987).

1995State v. Hildebrant, 405 N.W.2d 839, 841 (Iowa 1987).

1010
State v. Strawgreen
iowa · 2006 · cited in 9 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2009–2017
2 sentences

2017See State v. Straw, 709 N.W.2d 128, 133 (Iowa 2006).

2017See State v. Straw, 709 N.W.2d 128, 133 (Iowa 2006) 5 To prove the first prong of this claim, Robinson must show counsel’s performance fell outside the normal range of competency.

99
Strickland v. Washingtongreen
scotus · 1984 · cited in 10 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 1986–2024
2 sentences

2018The first prong of the test, established in Strickland v. Washington , 466 U.S. 668 , 687 (1984), requires a showing that counsel failed to perform an essential duty.

1986The first prong of the test requires a showing “that counsel made errors so serious that counsel was not functioning as the ‘counsel’ guaranteed the defendant by the Sixth Amendment.” Strickland v. Washington, 466 U.S. 668, 687 , 104 S.Ct. 2052, 2064 , 80 L.Ed.2d 674, 693 (1984).

610
State v. Daltongreen
iowa · 2004 · cited in 5 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2006–2009
2 sentences

2009Under the first prong of this test, counsel’s performance is measured “against the standard of a reasonably competent practitioner with the presumption that the attorney performed his duties in a competent *603 manner.” State v. Dalton, 674 N.W.2d 111, 119 (Iowa 2004).

2009The first prong of the test requires counsel's performance to be measured "`against the standard of a reasonably competent practitioner with the presumption that the attorney performed his duties in a competent manner.'" State v. Dalton, 674 N.W.2d 111, 119 (Iowa 2004) (quoting State v. Begey, 672 N.W.2d 747, 749 (Iowa 2003)). "[I]n order to satisfy the `prejudice' requirement, the defendant must show that there is a reasonable probability that, but for counsel's errors, he would not have pleaded guilty and would have insisted on going to trial." Hill v. Lockhart, 474 U.S. 52, 59 , 106 S. Ct.

35
State v. Dudleygreen
iowa · 2009 · cited in 3 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2010–2019
2 sentences

2019Although not required to predict changes in the law, “counsel must ‘exercise reasonable diligence in deciding whether an issue is “worth raising.” ’ ” State v. Dudley, 766 N.W.2d 606, 620 (Iowa 2009) (quoting State v. Westeen, 591 N.W.2d 203, 210 (Iowa 1999)).

2019Although not required to predict changes in the law, "counsel must 'exercise reasonable diligence in deciding whether an issue is "worth raising." ' " State v. Dudley , 766 N.W.2d 606 , 620 (Iowa 2009) (quoting State v. Westeen , 591 N.W.2d 203 , 210 (Iowa 1999) ).

23
State v. Stallingsgreen
iowa · 2003 · cited in 3 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2009–2017
2 sentences

2017The first prong of the test is determined by comparing counsel’s work “against the standard of a reasonably competent practitioner, with the presumption that the attorney performed his duties in a competent manner.” 10 State v. Stallings, 658 N.W.2d 106, 109 (Iowa 2003).

2009With respect to the first prong of the test, “counsel’s performance is measured against the standard of a reasonably competent practitioner, with the 1In assessing a waiver, the court should inquire into the defendant’s understanding of the difference between jury and nonjury trials by informing the defendant that: “(1) twelve members of the community compose a jury; (2) the defendant may take part in jury selection; (3) jury verdicts must be unanimous; and (4) the court alone decides guilt or innocence if the defendant waives a jury trial.” State v. Stallings, 658 N.W.2d 106, 110 (Iowa 2003)

23
State of Iowa v. Scottize Danyelle Browngreen
iowa · 2019 · cited in 2 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2019–2020
2 sentences

2020The second prong—prejudice—results when “there is a reasonable probability that, but for the counsel’s unprofessional errors, the result of the proceeding would have been different.” State v. Brown, 930 N.W.2d 840, 855 (Iowa 2019) (citations omitted).

2019The second prong—prejudice— results when “there is a reasonable probability that, but for the counsel’s unprofessional errors, the result of the proceeding would have been different.” State v. Brown, 930 N.W.2d 840, 855 (Iowa 2019) (internal citations omitted).

22
State v. Maxwellgreen
iowa · 2008 · cited in 2 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019We approach the first prong with the presumption counsel performed her duties competently; “we measure counsel’s performance against the standard of a reasonably competent practitioner.” State v. Maxwell, 743 N.W.2d 185, 195 (Iowa 2008).

2019We approach the first prong with the presumption counsel performed her duties competently; "we measure counsel's performance against the standard of a reasonably competent practitioner." State v. Maxwell , 743 N.W.2d 185 , 195 (Iowa 2008).

22
Ledezma v. Stategreen
iowa · 2001 · cited in 2 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2017–2019
2 sentences

2019Analysis To establish the first prong of his claim, Doornink must show counsel “performed below the standard demanded of a reasonably competent attorney.” Ledezma v. State, 626 N.W.2d 134, 142 (Iowa 2001).

2017M 6 To establish the first prong of the test, the defendant must be able to demonstrate that counsel performed “below the standard demanded of a reasonably competent attorney.” Ledezma v. State, 626 N.W.2d 134, 142 (Iowa 2001).

22
State v. Westeengreen
iowa · 1999 · cited in 2 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019Although not required to predict changes in the law, “counsel must ‘exercise reasonable diligence in deciding whether an issue is “worth raising.” ’ ” State v. Dudley, 766 N.W.2d 606, 620 (Iowa 2009) (quoting State v. Westeen, 591 N.W.2d 203, 210 (Iowa 1999)).

2019Although not required to predict changes in the law, "counsel must 'exercise reasonable diligence in deciding whether an issue is "worth raising." ' " State v. Dudley , 766 N.W.2d 606 , 620 (Iowa 2009) (quoting State v. Westeen , 591 N.W.2d 203 , 210 (Iowa 1999) ).

22
Hill v. Lockhartgreen
scotus · 1985 · cited in 2 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009The first prong of the test requires counsel's performance to be measured "`against the standard of a reasonably competent practitioner with the presumption that the attorney performed his duties in a competent manner.'" State v. Dalton, 674 N.W.2d 111, 119 (Iowa 2004) (quoting State v. Begey, 672 N.W.2d 747, 749 (Iowa 2003)). "[I]n order to satisfy the `prejudice' requirement, the defendant must show that there is a reasonable probability that, but for counsel's errors, he would not have pleaded guilty and would have insisted on going to trial." Hill v. Lockhart, 474 U.S. 52, 59 , 106 S. Ct.

2009The first prong of the test requires counsel's performance to be measured "`against the standard of a reasonably competent practitioner with the presumption that the attorney performed his duties in a competent manner.'" State v. Dalton, 674 N.W.2d 111, 119 (Iowa 2004) (quoting State v. Begey, 672 N.W.2d 747, 749 (Iowa 2003)). "[I]n order to satisfy the `prejudice' requirement, the defendant must show that there is a reasonable probability that, but for counsel's errors, he would not have pleaded guilty and would have insisted on going to trial." Hill v. Lockhart, 474 U.S. 52, 59 , 106 S. Ct.

22
State v. Begeygreen
iowa · 2003 · cited in 2 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009The first prong of the test requires counsel's performance to be measured "`against the standard of a reasonably competent practitioner with the presumption that the attorney performed his duties in a competent manner.'" State v. Dalton, 674 N.W.2d 111, 119 (Iowa 2004) (quoting State v. Begey, 672 N.W.2d 747, 749 (Iowa 2003)). "[I]n order to satisfy the `prejudice' requirement, the defendant must show that there is a reasonable probability that, but for counsel's errors, he would not have pleaded guilty and would have insisted on going to trial." Hill v. Lockhart, 474 U.S. 52, 59 , 106 S. Ct.

2009The first prong of the test requires counsel’s performance to be measured “ ‘against the standard of a reasonably competent 5 practitioner with the presumption that the attorney performed his duties in a competent manner.’ ” State v. Dalton, 674 N.W.2d 111, 119 (Iowa 2004) (quoting State v. Begey, 672 N.W.2d 747, 749 (Iowa 2003)). “[I]n order to satisfy the ‘prejudice’ requirement, the defendant must show that there is a reasonable probability that, but for counsel’s errors, he would not have pleaded guilty and would have insisted on going to trial.” Hill v. Lockhart, 474 U.S. 52, 59 , 106 S.

22
Saadiq v. Stategreen
iowa · 1986 · cited in 2 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 1987–1998
2 sentences

1998This requires a showing “that counsel made errors so serious that counsel was not functioning as the ‘counsel’ guaranteed the defendant by the Sixth Amendment.” Saadiq v. State, 387 N.W.2d 315, 325 (Iowa 1986) (quoting Strickland v. Washington, 466 U.S. 668, 687 , 104 S.Ct. 2052, 2064 , 80 L.Ed.2d 674, 693 (1984)).

1998This requires a showing "that counsel made errors so serious that counsel was not functioning as the `counsel' guaranteed the defendant by the Sixth Amendment." Saadiq v. State, 387 N.W.2d 315, 325 (Iowa 1986) (quoting Strickland v. Washington, 466 U.S. 668, 687 , 104 S.Ct. 2052, 2064 , 80 L.Ed.2d 674, 693 (1984)).

22
Rush v. Raygreen
iowa · 1983 · cited in 2 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 1983–1983
2 sentences

1983Rush v. Ray, 332 N.W.2d 325, 326 (Iowa 1983).

1983Rush v. Ray, 332 N.W.2d 325, 326 (Iowa 1983).

22
State of Iowa v. Allen Bradley Claygreen
iowa · 2012 · cited in 2 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2014–2018
2 sentences

2018See State v. Clay , 824 N.W.2d 488 , 495 (Iowa 2012).

2014“Prejudice exists where the claimant proves by ‘a reasonable probability that, but for the counsel’s unprofessional errors, the result of the proceeding would have been different.’” State v. Clay, 824 N.W.2d 488 , 496 7 (Iowa 2012) (citation omitted).

12
State v. Bergmanngreen
iowa · 2001 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
1 sentence

2020See State v. Bergmann, 633 N.W.2d 328, 338 (Iowa 2001) (“Several cases have concluded that a reliable drug dog alert alone is enough to establish probable cause to search.”).

11
Association of Data Processing Service Organizations, Inc. v. Campgreen
scotus · 1970 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
2 sentences

2020Thus, under our current law, a party may satisfy the standing test by showing a “legal interest” in the subject matter of the litigation and demonstrating the challenged decision has a specific and injurious effect on that “legal interest.” In our caselaw, we did not permit the federal zone-of-interest test articulated in Association of Data Processing Service Organizations, Inc. v. Camp, 397 U.S. 150, 153 , 90 S. Ct. 827, 830 (1970), to limit standing in challenges to agency action.

2020Thus, under our current law, a party may satisfy the standing test by showing a “legal interest” in the subject matter of the litigation and demonstrating the challenged decision has a specific and injurious effect on that “legal interest.” In our caselaw, we did not permit the federal zone-of-interest test articulated in Association of Data Processing Service Organizations, Inc. v. Camp, 397 U.S. 150, 153 , 90 S. Ct. 827, 830 (1970), to limit standing in challenges to agency action.

11
State of Iowa v. Kevin Duane Fisher IIgreen
iowa · 2016 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
1 sentence

2020The district court is required to inform a defendant “of all direct consequences of the plea in the colloquy or in any written waiver thereof.” State v. Fisher, 877 N.W.2d 676, 682 (Iowa 2016).

11
Kennedy v. Zimmermanngreen
iowa · 1999 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
1 sentence

2019See Kennedy, 601 N.W.2d at 64 .

11
Ryan v. Arnesongreen
iowa · 1988 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2018–2018
2 sentences

2018See Ryan v. Arneson , 422 N.W.2d 491 , 495 (Iowa 1988).

2018See Ryan v. Arneson, 422 N.W.2d 491, 495 (Iowa 1988).

11
State of Iowa v. Anthony George Brotherngreen
iowa · 2013 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
11
State v. Pacegreen
iowa · 1999 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
11
Kyles v. Whitleygreen
scotus · 1995 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
11
State Of Iowa Vs. Robert Joseph Vancegreen
iowa · 2010 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
11
State v. Lymangreen
iowa · 2010 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
11
cluster 687361green
ca10 · 1995 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
11
State v. Hopkinsgreen
iowa · 1998 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 1999–1999
11
Kenneth Hawkman v. Robert Parratt, Warden, Nebraska Penal and Correctional Complexgreen
ca8 · 1981 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 1986–1986
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Iowa. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (13)

CaseCitedYears
State v. Horness green
iowa · 1999
2 sentences

2009Id.

2009Id.

42008–2009
State v. Cromer green
iowa · 2009
2 sentences

2020“In analyzing the first prong of the test, we presume counsel acted competently.” State v. Cromer, 765 N.W.2d 1 , 7–8 (Iowa 2009).

2020“In analyzing the first prong of the test, we presume counsel acted competently.” State v. Cromer, 765 N.W.2d 1 , 7– 2 Iowa Code section 814.7 was recently amended to prohibit consideration of ineffective-assistance claims on direct appeal.

22020–2020
Toussie v. United States red
scotus · 1970
2 sentences

2017Id. at 121 , 90 S. Ct. at 863 .

2017Id. at 121 , 90 S. Ct. at 863 .

22017–2017
State v. Ceaser green
iowa · 1998
2 sentences

2009Ceaser, 585 N.W.2d at 195 .

2009Ceaser, 585 N.W.2d at 195 .

22009–2009
State v. Public Employment Relations Board green
iowa · 1993
2 sentences

2007Id. at 672 .

2007Id. at 672 .

22007–2007
State v. Myers green
iowa · 2002
2 sentences

2006We determined the trial counsel’s failure to correct the judge or file a motion in arrest of judgment established the first prong of the test for ineffective assistance of counsel, but we found the second prong of the ineffective-assistance-of-counsel test to be “more problematic.” Id. at 578 .

2006We determined the trial counsel’s failure to correct the judge or file a motion in arrest of judgment established the first prong of the test for ineffective assistance of counsel, but we found the second prong of the ineffective-assistance-of- counsel test to be “more problematic.” Id. at 578 .

22006–2006
Zentz v. Graber neutral
minnctapp · 2009
1 sentence

2024Concerning the first prong of the test, “counsel’s performance is measured against the standard of a reasonably competent practitioner, with the presumption that the attorney performed his duties in a competent manner.” State v. Keller, 760 N.W.2d 1 In May 2021, Larson was sentenced to a 25-year prison term for each count, running concurrently along with other consequences. 4 451, 452 (Iowa 2009).

12024–2024
State of Iowa v. James Phillip Morgan green
iowactapp · 2016
1 sentence

2017Id. 7 To prove the first prong of this claim, Hurst must show counsel’s performance fell outside the normal range of competency.

12017–2017
Phuoc Nguyen v. State of Iowa green
iowa · 2016
1 sentence

2017Id. 6 To establish the first prong of the test, the defendant must be able to demonstrate that counsel performed “below the standard demanded of 6Although Russell raised both the Iowa Constitution and the United States Constitution, he did not offer an argument for why we should depart from established precedent under the United States Constitution in interpreting our own constitution.

12017–2017
In Re Marriage of Fennelly & Breckenfelder green
iowa · 2007
1 sentence

2014The first prong of the test asks “the spending spouse [to] show how the funds were spent or the property disposed of by testifying or producing receipts or similar evidence.” Id.

12014–2014
David R. Desimone v. State of Iowa green
iowa · 2011
12012–2012
Messerschmidt v. City of Sioux City green
iowa · 2002
12005–2005
Taylor v. State green
iowa · 1984
11987–1987

Statutes the citing opinions construe

IA § Iowa Code § 814.7 (8) IA § Iowa Code § 602.9206 (4) IA § Iowa Code § 17A.19 (3) IA § Iowa Code § 707.1 (3) IA § Iowa Code § 709.11 (3) IA § Iowa Code § 901.10 (3) IA § Iowa Code § 907.3 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

TX 450 (1982–2026) OH 227 (1980–2026) CA 162 (1982–2026) IL 137 (1983–2026) NY 127 (1969–2026) GA 105 (1975–2026) WA 100 (1982–2026) NJ 95 (1985–2026) CT 93 (1981–2025) PA 91 (1975–2026) FL 71 (1981–2025) IA 65 (1983–2024) MI 57 (1977–2026) TN 49 (1991–2025) NM 48 (1988–2026) AL 46 (1985–2024) MA 41 (1982–2023) IN 41 (1988–2024) MO 38 (1984–2016) RI 36 (1987–2017) NC 35 (1984–2024) NH 35 (1988–2025) UT 35 (1983–2025) MS 31 (1992–2024) WI 31 (1978–2025) KS 30 (1978–2024) MT 29 (1985–2023) KY 28 (1993–2026) VA 26 (1986–2026) VT 26 (1988–2025) CO 25 (1973–2026) HI 23 (1981–2024) LA 21 (1991–2025) MD 18 (1988–2024) SD 18 (1976–2025) MN 16 (1977–2024) OR 16 (1996–2021) AZ 14 (1983–2020) ME 14 (1984–2023) DC 13 (1978–2025) ND 12 (1980–2024) NE 12 (1985–2018) SC 12 (1992–2015) AK 11 (1975–2023) OK 9 (1986–2021) WV 9 (1991–2018) ID 7 (1989–2020) WY 7 (1991–2025) NV 6 (1996–2021) AR 5 (2003–2024) DE 5 (2018–2025) VI 4 (2007–2023)

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