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Name:
Ratliff, Charlie Lee, Jr
Date of Booking:
07/19/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
Criminal Damage to Property 2nd (Private Property)
Obstructing or Hindering Persons making Emergency Phone Calls
Criminal Tresspass
False Imprisonment
Battery
Sexual Battery
Officer’s Narrative:
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On July 19, 2026, at 1252 hours, I was dispatched to [400 BLOCK] Birds Mill Drive, Cartersville, Georgia 30121, in reference to a domestic disturbance in progress that had reportedly become physical.
Upon my arrival, I observed Charlie Ratliff walking down the street with two suitcases, attempting to leave the scene. Deputy Bon Rogers and I detained Charlie while I made contact with the complainant, [VICTIM #1].
[VICTIM #1] stated that at approximately 0001 hours, she asked Charlie for the television remote. According to [VICTIM #1], Charlie handed her the remote and then aggressively snatched it back. [VICTIM #1] stated she stood up and advised Charlie she was going to the bathroom. [VICTIM #1] further stated she had texted multiple people throughout the evening, telling them Charlie was “crazy” and that she needed help.
[VICTIM #1] advised that when she went to the bathroom, Charlie followed her and placed her in a headlock. [VICTIM #1] stated Charlie then began striking, or “spanking,” her buttocks on both sides, causing substantial bruising, and also caused an injury to her lip. [VICTIM #1] stated she was eventually able to get out of the headlock and ran toward a closet in an attempt to get away from Charlie. [VICTIM #1] stated Charlie then pushed her, causing her to fall to the ground.
[VICTIM #1] advised that Charlie then laid on top of her and pinned her down. Due to having difficulty breathing, [VICTIM #1] stated she bit Charlie on the chest in order to make him move. [VICTIM #1] stated Charlie then got up and placed his hand on her vag*nal area while asking her if she was “wet.” [VICTIM #1] advised she told Charlie, “You better not rape me because I will get tested and put you in jail.”
[VICTIM #1] stated Charlie then stopped, grabbed her face, and began kissing her while she repeatedly screamed for him to stop. [VICTIM #1] stated she grabbed Charlie’s te*ticles in an effort to make him get off of her. After Charlie got up, [VICTIM #1] attempted to retrieve her phone from the bed; however, Charlie allegedly snatched the phone away and told her she was not going to call anyone. [VICTIM #1] further stated Charlie blocked the doorway and would not allow her to leave the room. [VICTIM #1] advised she repeatedly told Charlie to “get the f*ck out of the way” and demanded he return her phone.
According to [VICTIM #1], Charlie only returned the phone after she told him that if her children did not hear from her, they would call the police and he would go to jail. [VICTIM #1] also stated that during the altercation, the television was damaged. The television was valued at approximately $600.
Corporal Kelci Ashworth arrived on scene and photographed [VICTIM #1]’s injuries.
I then spoke with Charlie Ratliff. Charlie’s account generally matched portions of [VICTIM #1]’s statement; however, he claimed he was attempting to help [VICTIM #1] up rather than hold her down and denied pushing her, stating she tripped and fell. Charlie denied placing his hand on [VICTIM #1]’s vag*nal area and denied intentionally damaging the television.
Deputy Bon Rogers advised Charlie of his Miranda rights prior to questioning. Charlie stated he understood his rights and voluntarily waived them.
Based on [VICTIM #1]’s statement, the physical evidence observed, the documented injuries, witness communications, and the totality of the circumstances, probable cause existed to charge Charlie Ratliff with the following offenses:
Sexual Battery
Battery (Family Violence)
False Imprisonment
Criminal Trespass — Interference with Property
Hindering a Person from Making an Emergency Telephone Call
Criminal Damage to Property
Charlie was placed under arrest, handcuffed behind his back, double-locked, and checked for proper fit. Charlie was searched and found not to possess any weapons or illegal substances.
Charlie was transported to the Bartow County Jail without incident.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
7/22/26
DEFENSE ATTORNEY GEORGE AIGBE ENTERS APPEARANCE
What this means: George Aigbe has been formally entered into the case as the defense attorney for Charlie Lee Ratliff Jr. in Bartow Superior Court case SUW2026001782.
7/22/26
CONSOLIDATED MOTIONS FILED
What this means: Charlie Lee Ratliff Jr.’s defense has filed a notice of consolidated motions. This means the defense is combining multiple separate motions into one filing for the court to consider together, which streamlines the legal process.
7/22/26
DISCOVERY MOTION FILED
What this means: The defense has filed a motion for discovery, requesting that the prosecution provide all evidence, witness statements, police reports, and other materials related to the charges against Charlie Lee Ratliff Jr. This is a standard part of criminal procedure that ensures both sides have access to the same information before trial.
7/22/26
MOTION FOR BOND FILED
What this means: The defense has filed a motion requesting that Charlie Lee Ratliff Jr. be released on bond while the case proceeds. A bond allows a defendant to remain free before trial by posting money or other security as a guarantee they will return to court.
7/23/26
RULE NISI ISSUED — BOND HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 8/11/26
What this means: A rule nisi has been issued setting a court date of 8/11/26 at 9 AM in Bartow Superior Court to hear the defense’s motion for bond on behalf of Charlie Lee Ratliff Jr. A rule nisi is a court order that becomes final unless the defendant or prosecution files an objection within a specified time period. At the scheduled hearing, the judge will consider whether Charlie Lee Ratliff Jr. should be released on bond while the case proceeds.
8/11/26
BOND AMOUNT SET AT $10,000
What this means: The court has set Charlie Lee Ratliff Jr.’s bond at $10,000. On 8/12/26, Bond James Bond posted the bond, securing Charlie Lee Ratliff Jr.’s release from custody. As a condition of the bond, a court date will be mailed to Charlie Lee Ratliff Jr. at his address on file, and he is required to appear at all scheduled court proceedings.