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Iowa Ct. R. 12.16 (2026)

Rule 12.16. Hearing — location at hospital or treatment facility

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Rule 12.16 Hearing — location at hospital or treatment facility. The hearing required by Iowa Code section 229.12 may be held at a hospital or other treatment facility, provided a proper room is available and provided such a location would not be detrimental to the best interests of the respondent. [Supreme Court Report 1979; November 9, 2001, effective February 15, 2002]