State v. Rodenburg

Denise Rodenburg appeals from her conviction, following a guilty plea, for operating while intoxicated (OWI), first offense, in violation of Iowa Code section 321J.2(2)(a) (1995). Rodenburg contends the sentencing court erred in failing to give her credit for time served, particularly for time she spent in custody after her arrest and prior to being taken to jail. We affirm.

A sentence will be reversed on appeal only upon a showing that the trial court abused its discretion. State v. Garrow, 480 N.W.2d 256, 259 (Iowa 1992). An abuse of discretion will not be found unless the defendant shows…