DUBUQUE, Iowa — A 34-year-old Dubuque man was arrested early Wednesday morning on charges of false imprisonment, domestic abuse assault, and first-degree burglary, among others, following an incident, according to the Dubuque Police Department.

Charles Dwayne Carter was taken into custody at 3:55 a.m. on July 30, 2025, at the Dubuque Law Enforcement Center under case number AR 2025005064. He faces five charges, including one count each of false imprisonment, domestic abuse assault impeding air or blood flow causing bodily injury, domestic abuse assault with injury (aggravated assault), first-degree burglary (breaking and entering), and interference with official acts without injury or damage.

The false imprisonment charge, classified as a felony, involves intentionally confining or restraining another person without consent or lawful authority, potentially with aggravating factors like the use of force or a dangerous weapon. It carries a possible penalty of up to two years in prison and fines up to $7,650. The domestic abuse assault impeding air or blood flow, also a felony, indicates strangulation or actions that obstructed breathing or circulation, causing bodily injury. This Class D felony could result in up to five years in prison and fines up to $7,650, reflecting a domestic relationship with the victim.

Additionally, Carter faces a misdemeanor charge of domestic abuse assault with injury, classified as aggravated assault, which involves causing bodily harm in a domestic context, with a potential penalty of up to one year in jail and fines up to $1,875. The first-degree burglary charge, a Class B felony, suggests unlawful entry into an occupied structure with intent to commit a felony, theft, or assault, possibly involving a dangerous weapon or causing injury. This carries a maximum penalty of 25 years in prison. Lastly, the misdemeanor charge of interference with official acts indicates Carter resisted or obstructed police during the response, with a possible penalty of 30 days in jail and fines up to $625.

Authorities have not released further details about the incident. Carter is currently being held at the Dubuque County Jail on a $30,000 bond and the investigation on going.

The charges listed against Charles Dwayne Carter are allegations, and all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The information provided reflects the charges filed at the time of arrest on July 30, 2025, under case number AR 2025005064, as reported by the Dubuque Police Department. Additional charges, dismissals, or changes in case status may occur as the legal process unfolds.

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