State v. Kramer

Carlos Kramer appeals from the fíne imposed on his conviction for operating while intoxicated, first offense. He asserts the district court erred in determining the fíne could not be suspended. Because we conclude the district court had discretion to suspend the fíne imposed under Iowa Code section 321J.2(2)(a)(2) (2007), we vacate the fíne portion of his sentence and remand for resentencing.

I. Background Pacts and Proceedings

On August 3, 2008, Kramer was arrested for operating while intoxicated (OWI). On October 15, 2008, Kramer filed a motion to adjudicate law points requesting the district…