In Re the Detention of Selby

Johnny C. Selby appeals the jury verdict finding him to be a sexually violent preda tor under Iowa Code chapter 229A (2003). He argues that (1) chapter 229A is facially unconstitutional because it violates both due process and equal protection and (2) the jury instruction given in his trial was improper. We affirm.

I. Background Facts and Proceedings

Selby has a history of sexually abusing children. In 1985, he admitted committing lascivious acts with a child. In 1989, he was convicted of one count of second degree sexual abuse. In 2002, he pled guilty to indecent contact with a child.

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