State of Iowa
v.
Levi Gibbs III
Levi Gibbs III appeals from his conviction and sentence for murder in the second degree. He argues a jury instruction based on Iowa Code section 704.2B violated his rights against self-incrimination because the statute requires a person to report his or her use of deadly force to law enforcement. He further argues the jury instruction should have been excluded as misleading and confusing because his failure to comply with section 704.2B implied an inability to argue justification as a defense, and created an unfair implication he was trying to avoid detection or culpability. Finally, he argues the composition of the jury venire, and the inclusion of certain jurors, violated his right to a fair trial.
Appellee
State of Iowa
Appellant
Levi Gibbs III
Attorney for the Appellee
Timothy M. Hau
Attorney for the Appellant
Ashley Stewart
Supreme Court
Oral Argument Schedule
15-15-5
Sep 18, 2019 9:00 AM Iowa Supreme Court
