Iowa § 62.19 - 62.19 How enforced.
Full text of Iowa Iowa Code § 62.19 — 62.19 How enforced., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 62.19. 62.19 How enforced.
When either the contestant or incumbent shall be in possession of the office, by holding over or otherwise, the presiding judge shall, if the judgment be against the party so in possession of the office and in favor of the party’s antagonist, issue an order to carry into effect the judgment of the court, which order shall be under the seal of the county, and shall command the sheriff of the county to put the successful party into possession of the office without delay, and to deliver to the successful party all books and papers belonging to the same; and the sheriff shall execute such order as other writs. [C73, §715; C97, §1221; C24, 27, 31, 35, 39, §1038; C46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66, 71, 73, 75, 77, 79, 81, §62.19] Referred to in §62.20, 331.653 Wed Dec 10 22:26:20 2025 Iowa Code 2026, Section 62.19 (17, 0)
Frequently Asked Questions About Iowa § 62.19
What does Iowa Code § 62.19 cover?
Section 62.19 ("62.19 How enforced.") is part of the Iowa Code, the codified statutory law of Iowa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Iowa § 62.19?
A common citation format is "Iowa Code § 62.19" (Iowa). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Iowa law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Iowa official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Iowa attorney.
How does Iowa § 62.19 apply to my situation?
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