Mark Thompson

Mark Thompson practices criminal defense law in Iowa City and the surrounding areas in Eastern Iowa. He has been operating his own firm, practicing in criminal law, since 2005.

He has represented clients in over 2,000 criminal cases, with a majority of these cases being OWI / DUI.

Mark has also handled contract defense cases for the Iowa State Public Defender, served as defense counsel for the Johnson County Drug Treatment Court, and served as a Judicial Magistrate.

Now he focuses solely on his private criminal law practice.

University of Iowa

J.D. | Law

2001 - 2004

Luther College

B.A. | Computer Science

1997 - 2000

Magistrate Judge

Iowa Judicial Branch

2016 - 2023

Mark previously worked as a Judicial Magistrate in Johnson County, Iowa. He reviewed thousands of criminal cases, and presided over hundreds of criminal trials.

Member

Dean Mason Ladd American Inn of Court

2005 - 2021

The Inn of Court is a fraternal organization for practicing lawyers and judges, fostering the legal community and continuing legal education.

Defense Counsel

Johnson County Drug Treatment Court

2010 - 2018

Mark served as the defense attorney for the Johnson County Drug Treatment Court for over 8 years. This program helps high-risk defendants with drug or alcohol-related criminal charges successfully complete probation, avoid prison.

Treasurer/Secretary

Dean Mason Ladd American Inn of Court

2012 - 2014

Presenter, Crisis Intervention Training for Law Enforcement, Iowa City, IA

March 13, 2017

Johnson County Sheriff’s Office

Client Champion Gold

Martindale Nolo

2018

Iowa State Bar

Member

2004 - Current

Dean Mason Ladd American Inn of Court

Barrister Member

2005 - 2021

Iowa

Since 2004

• Free Consultation
• Credit Cards Accepted
  All major credit cards accepted
• Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
  Most cases are taken on flat fee basis.

Q. I really need help earase my past. I made mistakes 10 yrs ago for theft. can someone help

February 15, 2014

A: Under Iowa law, the only way to expunge an old theft conviction is if you had received a deferred judgment at the time of the original sentence. Otherwise there is nothing that can be done.

Q. Can i be charged with possession of controlled substance that was found during search warrant when it was not listed on

February 15, 2014

A: Yes. If police arrive with a valid warrant, and find evidence of an unexpected crime, that evidence can be used against you.

Q. If one accepts a plea at a pretrial conference when does the sentence begin?

February 15, 2014

A: Once the judge signs the judgment order. For misdemeanors, this often occurs on paper as long as you waived a sentencing hearing. For felonies a separate sentencing hearing is often required to be held. If you do not receive anything from your attorney or the court within a few days, make sure to contact the clerk of court.