Dubuque, Iowa — Jasmine Angelique Cherry, 31, was arrested Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 11:17 a.m. on a misdemeanor charge of Prostitution — Selling Services, according to the Dubuque Law Enforcement Center daily bulletin.

The arrest occurred at 770 Iowa St., the address of the Dubuque Police Department headquarters. The case is listed as AR 2025004439, with Officer I.R. Hoff noted in connection with the incident.

Under Iowa Code §725.1, selling or offering to sell services as a partner in a sex act is generally classified as an aggravated misdemeanor, though the bulletin described it as a simple misdemeanor in this instance. Penalties can include up to 30 days in jail and/or a fine, depending on circumstances.

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Public records released no further details, such as the events leading to the arrest, whether it involved a sting, complaint, or undercover operation, or any additional charges. The headquarters location likely reflects processing or booking rather than the site of the alleged activity.

Cherry has faced prior charges in Dubuque. On March 31, 2026, she was arrested at the same Law Enforcement Center on a Class D felony for making a false report to public safety entities involving a forcible felony, plus a misdemeanor warrant. Earlier records show a March 28, 2026, booking in Polk County linked to Dubuque authorities.

Dubuque police periodically address prostitution through targeted enforcement, often tied to complaints, human trafficking concerns, or related offenses. As with all arrests, Cherry is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. No bond or initial court appearance details were immediately available in the bulletin.

Court updates, if any, would appear through the Iowa Courts Online system or Dubuque County dockets. This summary draws from official arrest logs and related public records as of April 8, 2026. For verification, consult the Dubuque Law Enforcement Center or court filings directly.

Individuals have not yet been convicted and are entitled to due process.