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State of Iowa v. Lynn Melvin

Date: 12-23-2025

Case Number: 24-0760

Judge: Charles C. Sinnard

Court: District Court, Polk County, Iowa

Plaintiff's Attorney: Polk County, Iowa District Attorney's Office

Defendant's Attorney: Lucas Taylor

Description:

Des Moines, Iowa, criminal defense lawyer represented the defendant charged with second-degree sexual abuse.

Outcome:

The jury weighed these matters and was entitled to find H.K.’s testimony credible. We will not second-guess the jury’s credibility determination.

For these reasons, we vacate Lindaman’s conviction and sentence, and we
remand this matter for further proceedings consistent with this opinion.
Affirmed in Part, Reversed in Part, and Case Remanded.

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About This Case

What was the outcome of State of Iowa v. Lynn Melvin?

The outcome was: The jury weighed these matters and was entitled to find H.K.’s testimony credible. We will not second-guess the jury’s credibility determination. For these reasons, we vacate Lindaman’s conviction and sentence, and we remand this matter for further proceedings consistent with this opinion. Affirmed in Part, Reversed in Part, and Case Remanded.

Which court heard State of Iowa v. Lynn Melvin?

This case was heard in District Court, Polk County, Iowa, IA. The presiding judge was Charles C. Sinnard.

Who were the attorneys in State of Iowa v. Lynn Melvin?

Plaintiff's attorney: Polk County, Iowa District Attorney's Office. Defendant's attorney: Lucas Taylor.

When was State of Iowa v. Lynn Melvin decided?

This case was decided on December 23, 2025.