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That's So Raven child star sentenced to 2 years in federal prison

PUBLISHED Sep 20, 2026, 10:37 PM ET

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That's So Raven child star sentenced to 2 years in federal prison

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Actor Bobb'e J. Thompson received a 30-month federal prison sentence from U.S. District Court Judge Leonard T. Strand following a guilty plea to possession of a firearm by a felon. Law enforcement in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, stopped a vehicle driven by Thompson at 104 mph in a 70-mph zone on September 22, 2025. Officers observed occupants switching seats and detected marijuana odor. A search yielded dispensary marijuana and a loaded stolen .40-caliber handgun in Thompson's backpack. Prosecutors cited prior felony convictions for battery and firearm possession in 2020 and 2022. Federal sentencing carries no parole, followed by three years of supervised release. U.S. Marshals hold custody pending prison transfer. Thompson previously starred as Stanley on Disney Channel's That's So Raven and appeared in Role Models and 30 Rock. Defense legal teams did not contest the evidentiary findings during the Sioux City federal court proceedings concluded mid-September 2026.

By Yusra M. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

On 2004-2006, Actor Bobb'e J. Thompson starred on Disney series Thats So Raven.
On 2008-09-26, Thompson appeared in feature film role models receiving award nomination.
On 2020-03-12, Prosecutors recorded prior felony conviction for battery causing serious bodily injury.
On 2022-06-15, Authorities secured prior conviction for prohibited illegal firearm possession.
On 2024-02-10, Thompson discussed prior legal cases publicly on a digital interview podcast.
On 2025-09-22, Police stopped speeding vehicle driven by Thompson in Cerro Gordo County.
On 2026-04-28, Defendant pleaded guilty to federal felon firearm possession charge in court.
On 2026-09-16, U.S. Attorneys office announced thirty month federal prison sentence imposition.
On 2026-09-18, Media outlets widely published sentencing details from federal court records release.
On 2026-09-21, Defendant remained in U.S. Marshals custody pending federal prison facility placement.
Coming months expect administrative transfer of defendant to designated federal correctional facility.
Coming three years involve mandatory federal supervised release conditions following prison completion.

News Intelligence

Immediate US impact: Immediate US impact involves federal custody transfer and public career scrutiny.
Possible long-term US impact: Long-term US impact highlights federal firearm sentencing enforcement for public figures.
Most affected groups: Most affected groups include federal prosecutors, defense legal teams, and entertainment fans.
Reader priority: Prioritize official federal court dockets and verified wire reporting outlets.

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Left: Emphasizes systemic firearm availability and prior criminal history context elements. Center: Reports judicial sentencing records, guilty pleas, and statutory terms objectively. Right: Emphasizes accountability enforcement for public figures violating federal firearms statutes.