Dubuque, Iowa — Local authorities arrested a 39-year-old Dubuque resident on a felony forgery charge early Tuesday morning at the Dubuque Law Enforcement Center.

According to arrest records, Andrew Amos Scotton ( age 39) was taken into custody at approximately 9:08 a.m. on June 9, 2026, at 770 Iowa Street — the address of the Dubuque Law Enforcement Center, which houses both the Dubuque Police Department and county jail facilities. He was charged with Forgery (F), a Class D felony under Iowa law. The incident is documented under arrest report AR 2026002956, with Officer M. Mitchell listed as the arresting officer.

Details of the Charge

Iowa’s forgery statute (primarily Iowa Code § 715A.2) covers the false making, altering, or completion of a written instrument — such as checks, contracts, identification documents, financial records, or other instruments — with the intent to defraud or injure another person. A Class D felony conviction carries potential penalties of up to five years in prison and fines as high as $10,250, though actual outcomes depend on factors including the amount of loss, the defendant’s criminal history, restitution efforts, and any plea negotiations.

No additional details about the alleged forgery — such as the specific document involved, any victims, financial impact, or possible accomplices — have been released by authorities at this time. The arrest occurred directly at the law enforcement center, which could indicate execution of an arrest warrant, a follow-up investigation, or transport from another location.

The case will now move through the Dubuque County Attorney’s Office for review and formal charging. Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Further updates may include additional charges, victim statements, or investigative findings as the case progresses.