DUBUQUE, Iowa — The Iowa District Court for Dubuque County has approved expanded news media coverage, including cameras, audio and video recording, and real-time electronic reporting, for proceedings in the first-degree murder case against 18-year-old Latrell Otis Powell-Moore.

Court records for case 01311 FECR163410 (State of Iowa vs. Powell Moore, Latrell Otis) list these recent entries:

•  D0021 – OTHER ORDER (Judge Thomas A. Bitter): Filed March 23, 2026, processed March 24, 2026. Comments: “MEDIA COVERAGE GRANTED CC:DCA.”

•  D0020 – ORDER FOR ARRAIGNMENT (Judge Robert J. Richter): Issued March 23, 2026, setting the arraignment for Monday, March 30, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in courtroom 3104.

The case was created March 10, 2026, in Dubuque County. No disposition has been entered, and the speedy trial clock is running.

Powell-Moore faces a charge of first-degree murder in the March 9, 2026, shooting death of 16-year-old Jakory McMillian in Dubuque. He is being held at the Dubuque County Jail on a cash-only $2 million bond.

The order from Judge Bitter authorizes coverage under Iowa Court Rule Chapter 25, which allows still photography, audio/video recording, and livestreaming while balancing the rights of the parties and witnesses. Such approvals reflect a presumption of openness in court proceedings.

At the March 30 arraignment, Powell-Moore is expected to be formally advised of the charge and enter a plea. With media coverage now permitted, journalists can provide more direct reporting from the courtroom, subject to judicial guidelines on equipment placement and conduct.

This case has drawn significant local attention due to the ages of those involved and the circumstances of the alleged incident. Further proceedings may include pretrial motions, discovery, or a trial.

All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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