Dubuque, Iowa — Marissa Marie Kast, 33, was arrested Wednesday, April 1, 2026, on a charge of second-degree theft by embezzlement, a Class “D” felony.

Kast was taken into custody at approximately 6:00 a.m. at 770 Iowa St., the Dubuque Law Enforcement Center, according to arrest records. The charge stems from a criminal complaint filed by the Dubuque Police Department on March 30, 2026.

Judge Robert J. Richter ordered an arrest warrant on March 30, which was issued the next day and served by the Dubuque County Sheriff’s Department on April 1. Court filings on the same day included Kast’s application for court-appointed counsel, a pre-trial release evaluation, and an appearance by attorney Jonathan Michael Dunn.

Charge Details

Under Iowa Code §714.2, second-degree theft involves property valued between $1,500 and $10,000. It is punishable by up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $10,250. Embezzlement typically refers to the misappropriation of funds or property entrusted to the accused, often in a workplace setting. Specific details about the alleged victim, amount, or circumstances have not been publicly released.

The case, No. 01311 FECR163668, is active in Dubuque County District Court. Kast is presumed innocent until proven guilty.