A historical official record of Iowa's criminal prosecutions for 1898 and 1899.
This book presents an official abstract of criminal prosecutions in the state, as reported by county clerks under law. It compiles counts, outcomes, and the costs of prosecuting crime, offering a detailed snapshot of the legal landscape at the turn of the century.
- See how many convictions occurred in each county and how the state’s justice system operated across diverse regions.
- Examine the structure of the criminal case records, including tables that show classifications, jails, and penalties.
- Learn how prosecutions were organized and presented to the General Assembly in 1899.
Ideal for readers of state history, legal history, or researchers tracing historical crime data and county-by-county outcomes.