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for-cause challenge in Iowa

6 Iowa opinions name it 2 courts 2015–2024 3 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 (9)

CaseFollowedCited
Hernandez v. New Yorkgreen
scotus · 1991 · cited in 2 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
2 sentences

2023But, as the district court seemed to recognize after the recess, “[t]he prosecutor’s explanation [for a peremptory strike] ‘need not rise to the level justifying exercise of a challenge for cause.’ ” State v. Griffin, 564 N.W.2d 370, 375 (Iowa 1997) (quoting Batson, 476 U.S. at 97 ). 11 preliminary issue of whether [Booker] ha[s] made a prima facie showing [is] moot.” Mootz, 808 N.W.2d at 218 (quoting Hernandez v. New York, 500 U.S. 352, 359 (1991)).

2023But, as the district court seemed to recognize after the recess, “[t]he prosecutor’s explanation [for a peremptory strike] ‘need not rise to the level justifying exercise of a challenge for cause.’ ” State v. Griffin, 564 N.W.2d 370, 375 (Iowa 1997) (quoting Batson, 476 U.S. at 97 ). 11 preliminary issue of whether [Booker] ha[s] made a prima facie showing [is] moot.” Mootz, 808 N.W.2d at 218 (quoting Hernandez v. New York, 500 U.S. 352, 359 (1991)).

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State v. Griffingreen
iowa · 1997 · cited in 2 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
2 sentences

2023But, as the district court seemed to recognize after the recess, “[t]he prosecutor’s explanation [for a peremptory strike] ‘need not rise to the level justifying exercise of a challenge for cause.’ ” State v. Griffin, 564 N.W.2d 370, 375 (Iowa 1997) (quoting Batson, 476 U.S. at 97 ). 11 preliminary issue of whether [Booker] ha[s] made a prima facie showing [is] moot.” Mootz, 808 N.W.2d at 218 (quoting Hernandez v. New York, 500 U.S. 352, 359 (1991)).

2023But, as the district court seemed to recognize after the recess, “[t]he prosecutor’s explanation [for a peremptory strike] ‘need not rise to the level justifying exercise of a challenge for cause.’ ” State v. Griffin, 564 N.W.2d 370, 375 (Iowa 1997) (quoting Batson, 476 U.S. at 97 ). 11 preliminary issue of whether [Booker] ha[s] made a prima facie showing [is] moot.” Mootz, 808 N.W.2d at 218 (quoting Hernandez v. New York, 500 U.S. 352, 359 (1991)).

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Johnson v. City of Waterloogreen
iowa · 1909 · cited in 2 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
2 sentences

2023See Johnson v. City of Waterloo, 119 N.W. 70, 71 (Iowa 1909) (collecting cases for support of the proposition that “though a qualified juror be excused, another 20 equally competent and fair minded will be selected in his stead, and, if a competent and impartial jury is finally secured before whom the cause is tried, neither party is in a situation to complain”); see also N. Pac.

2023See Johnson v. City of Waterloo, 119 N.W. 70, 71 (Iowa 1909) (collecting cases for support of the proposition that “though a qualified juror be excused, another equally competent and fair minded will be selected in his stead, and, if a competent and impartial jury is finally secured before whom the cause is tried, neither party is in a situation to complain”); see also N. Pac.

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State v. Jonasgreen
iowa · 2017 · cited in 3 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2023–2024
2 sentences

2023Although we have recently eased the burden on a party seeking to establish prejudice from an erroneous denial of a for-cause challenge, see Jonas, 904 N.W.2d at 570–71, it has been long-settled in Iowa (and across the country generally) that in order to establish prejudice from the erroneous grant of a for-cause challenge a party must show that “the resulting jury was not impartial and competent,” Summy, 708 N.W.2d at 339– 40.

2023Although we have recently eased the burden on a party seeking to establish prejudice from an erroneous denial of a for-cause challenge, see Jonas, 904 N.W.2d at 570–71, it has been long-settled in Iowa (and across the country generally) that in order to establish prejudice from the erroneous grant of a for-cause challenge a party must show that “the resulting jury was not impartial and competent,” Summy, 708 N.W.2d at 339– 40.

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State v. Hattergreen
iowactapp · 1985 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
1 sentence

2020As to panelist F., Doorenbos claims the grandfather’s situation qualifies as a for-cause challenge.8 See State v. Hatter, 381 N.W.2d 370, 372 (Iowa Ct. App. 1985) (holding district court should have sustained challenge for cause to panelist who was rape victim in jury selection for sexual abuse prosecution).

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United States v. Forriss D. Elliottgreen
ca8 · 1996 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
1 sentence

2016See United States v. Elliott, 89 F.3d 1360, 1364-65 (8th Cir. 1996) (“Batson applies only to peremptory strikes.

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State v. Dicksongreen
iowa · 1925 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
1 sentence

2015See State v. Hardin, 498 N.W.2d 677, 681 (Iowa 1993) (stating that ruling on for cause challenge is “vulnerable only upon proof that the court abused the broad discretion granted in such matters”); 24 State v. Jones, 464 N.W.2d 241, 242-43 (Iowa 1990) (stating the district court has broad discretion in ruling on for cause challenges); State v. Dickson, 202 N.W. 225, 227 (Iowa 1925) (“A trial court necessarily must exercise a judicial discretion in questions of this character.

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State v. Jonesgreen
iowa · 1990 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
1 sentence

2015See State v. Hardin, 498 N.W.2d 677, 681 (Iowa 1993) (stating that ruling on for cause challenge is “vulnerable only upon proof that the court abused the broad discretion granted in such matters”); 24 State v. Jones, 464 N.W.2d 241, 242-43 (Iowa 1990) (stating the district court has broad discretion in ruling on for cause challenges); State v. Dickson, 202 N.W. 225, 227 (Iowa 1925) (“A trial court necessarily must exercise a judicial discretion in questions of this character.

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State v. Hardingreen
iowa · 1993 · cited in 1 Iowa opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
1 sentence

2015See State v. Hardin, 498 N.W.2d 677, 681 (Iowa 1993) (stating that ruling on for cause challenge is “vulnerable only upon proof that the court abused the broad discretion granted in such matters”); 24 State v. Jones, 464 N.W.2d 241, 242-43 (Iowa 1990) (stating the district court has broad discretion in ruling on for cause challenges); State v. Dickson, 202 N.W. 225, 227 (Iowa 1925) (“A trial court necessarily must exercise a judicial discretion in questions of this character.

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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

Also cited on this issue (3)

CaseCitedYears
Batson v. Kentucky green
scotus · 1986
2 sentences

2023Booker appealed, and we transferred the case to the court of appeals to address his appellate challenges, including, inter alia: (1) neither the conviction nor the sentencing enhancement was supported by sufficient evidence; (2) the court erroneously overruled a Batson challenge1 to one of the State’s peremptory strikes; (3) the court erroneously granted the State’s for-cause challenge to another juror; and (4) the court lacked jurisdiction to enter a nunc pro tunc order 1See Batson v. Kentucky, 476 U.S. 79 (1986). 5 amending Booker’s sentence after he filed his notice of appeal.

2023Booker appealed, and we transferred the case to the court of appeals to address his appellate challenges, including, inter alia: (1) neither the conviction nor the sentencing enhancement was supported by sufficient evidence; (2) the court erroneously overruled a Batson challenge1 to one of the State’s peremptory strikes; (3) the court erroneously granted the State’s for-cause challenge to another juror; and (4) the court lacked jurisdiction to enter a nunc pro tunc order 1See Batson v. Kentucky, 476 U.S. 79 (1986). 5 amending Booker’s sentence after he filed his notice of appeal.

22023–2023
Summy v. City of Des Moines green
iowa · 2006
2 sentences

2023Although we have recently eased the burden on a party seeking to establish prejudice from an erroneous denial of a for-cause challenge, see Jonas, 904 N.W.2d at 570–71, it has been long-settled in Iowa (and across the country generally) that in order to establish prejudice from the erroneous grant of a for-cause challenge a party must show that “the resulting jury was not impartial and competent,” Summy, 708 N.W.2d at 339– 40.

2023Although we have recently eased the burden on a party seeking to establish prejudice from an erroneous denial of a for-cause challenge, see Jonas, 904 N.W.2d at 570–71, it has been long-settled in Iowa (and across the country generally) that in order to establish prejudice from the erroneous grant of a for-cause challenge a party must show that “the resulting jury was not impartial and competent,” Summy, 708 N.W.2d at 339– 40.

22023–2023
State of Iowa v. Jerin Douglas Mootz green
iowa · 2012
2 sentences

2023But, as the district court seemed to recognize after the recess, “[t]he prosecutor’s explanation [for a peremptory strike] ‘need not rise to the level justifying exercise of a challenge for cause.’ ” State v. Griffin, 564 N.W.2d 370, 375 (Iowa 1997) (quoting Batson, 476 U.S. at 97 ). 11 preliminary issue of whether [Booker] ha[s] made a prima facie showing [is] moot.” Mootz, 808 N.W.2d at 218 (quoting Hernandez v. New York, 500 U.S. 352, 359 (1991)).

2023But, as the district court seemed to recognize after the recess, “[t]he prosecutor’s explanation [for a peremptory strike] ‘need not rise to the level justifying exercise of a challenge for cause.’ ” State v. Griffin, 564 N.W.2d 370, 375 (Iowa 1997) (quoting Batson, 476 U.S. at 97 ). 11 preliminary issue of whether [Booker] ha[s] made a prima facie showing [is] moot.” Mootz, 808 N.W.2d at 218 (quoting Hernandez v. New York, 500 U.S. 352, 359 (1991)).

22023–2023

Where else courts name it

NY 39 (1997–2025) CA 29 (1994–2026) WA 22 (2001–2024) UT 21 (1991–2026) FL 19 (1999–2025) CO 12 (1997–2026) NV 12 (2014–2025) IN 11 (2002–2025) OH 9 (2008–2021) OR 9 (2020–2026) TX 8 (2007–2025) IA 6 (2015–2024) NJ 6 (1995–2025) MN 5 (2008–2017) AZ 5 (2001–2024) PA 5 (2012–2021) MT 4 (2018–2023) OK 3 (2003–2018) MA 3 (2022–2024) KS 3 (2001–2018) AL 2 (2010–2012) MI 2 (2021–2024) NC 2 (1998–2014) ID 2 (2014–2026) KY 2 (2021–2021) LA 2 (2008–2024) MO 2 (1992–1994) WY 2 (2018–2019)

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