Office of the Johnson County, Iowa Attorney

06/05/2026

We’re proud of Johnson County Community Violence Intervention for the hard work they put into community awareness and prevention of gun violence. Thank you to everyone who joins us in the effort to reduce gun violence in Johnson County.

06/05/2026

Today is Gun Violence Awareness Day. It's also . We wear orange to honor victims and survivors of gun violence, and to demonstrate our commitment to reducing gun violence in our community. Every day, we work towards the shared goal of addressing the root causes of gun violence. We work in partnership with community organizations, volunteers, and leaders, and residents who are passionate about community safety.

Thank you to our county supervisors for proclaiming June 5th as Wear Orange Day, and the month of June as Gun Violence Awareness Month in Johnson County.

06/04/2026

05/29/2026

Yesterday we were excited to have the UI Law School's Legal Intern Class at the Johnson County Courthouse. The class got to witness some daily courthouse happenings, a mock trial with Assistant Johnson County Attorney Mike Lang sitting in as the "judge," and Assistant County Attorney Jake and our current intern, Sara, showing the intern class what a non-jury trial in magistrate court might look like (with a little help from our friends at the Johnson County Sheriff's Office)! The intern class got some insight and tips from our staff, and then had a chance to chat with District Associate Judge Schrock and DA Judge Burns, who also had some really valuable experience and stories to pass along to the interns.

Thank you to our Judges, the Sheriff's Office, and the courthouse staff for making the class feel welcome!

05/27/2026

Following the April 19, 2026, shooting in the Iowa City Pedestrian Mall, Iowa City Police have worked to identify individuals involved in the shooting and in the large fight that preceded it.

05/26/2026

The Johnson County Attorney’s Office is currently closed due to a power outage. We are expected to open at 11:00am today.

05/25/2026

We're hiring a Legal Assistant III to join our Office of the Johnson County, Iowa Attorney team. Apply at www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/jobs.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we join our community in honoring the ultimate sacrifice made by the brave service members who gave everything to protect our freedom and our country.

As we gather with family and friends this weekend, let’s take a moment to remember those who cannot be with us — and the families who hold their legacies close.