State v. Knudsen

When Anthony Knudsen was charged with second-degree sexual abuse, a guardian ad litem was appointed to represent the child victim. 1 Later, Knudsen pled guilty to the reduced charge of lascivious acts with a child in violation of Iowa Code section 709.8 (2005). As part of Knudsen’s sentence, he was ordered to pay restitution, which included the fee for the guardian ad litem appointed to represent his victim. On appeal, Knudsen argues the district court exceeded its authority in requiring him to pay the guardian ad litem fee. We agree, vacate this portion of his sentence, and remand.

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