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Name:
Broadwater, Hunter James
Date of Booking:
07/03/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
Disorderly Conduct
Willful Obstruction of Law Enforcement Officers-Misdemeanor
Officer’s Narrative:
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On 7/3/2026 at 1842 hrs, I was dispatched to [600 BLOCK] Keswick Ln. Apt [REDACTED] for Hunter Broadwater sitting on [VICTIM #1]’s driveway. I was at the address earlier for Hunter beating on the front door and rear window of the apartment. He was telling [VICTIM #1] to come outside and handle this like a man.
The altercation started about Hunter’s dog being off leash and [VICTIM #1] sending a picture of it to the property management. Hunter said he had been drinking and was thinking that law enforcement was called about the dog being off the leash. The first time I was called there, [VICTIM #1] declined a report. This time Hunter escalated the situation when he decided to sit in [VICTIM #1]’s driveway. When I arrived, I saw Hunter sitting in the driveway. I asked him why he was sitting in [VICTIM #1]’s driveway and he said he was just sitting there. He also stated they called because the dog was off the leash and he said the dog did not hurt anyone and it is a nice dog. I asked him if the apartment complex had a rule about dogs being on a leash and he said there was. I told him they just reported it to the management, and they were not calling law enforcement about the dog, they were calling about his actions.
Hunter stood up and walked towards his residence. He was yelling obscenities and cussing towards [VICTIM #1] (who was inside) and at myself. I told him that he needed to go inside and stop causing disturbance. I also asked him if he knew what disorderly conduct is and he said he did and he has been arrested many times before for it. He went inside. I walked back towards my marked patrol vehicle. Hunter came back outside with his shirt off, and was yelling and cussing to the point that a few other residents started to come outside to see what the disturbance was.
I decided that Hunter was in violation of Georgia’s disorderly conduct law. I started to walk towards Hunter and told him to stop and come to me. He refused and retreated into his residence. I notified dispatch and Hunter was called out of his residence over PA system. He came outside and I placed him under arrest and handcuffed him behind his back and checked for proper fit and that the cuffs were doubled locked.
I placed him the rear seat of my patrol vehicle and transported him to the Bartow County Jail where he was booked in. Warrants were obtained for Hunter.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
7/4/26
CASH APPEARANCE BOND SET AT $1,750
What this means: A cash appearance bond of $1,750 was posted for Hunter James Broadwater in Bartow County Superior Court. A bond allows the accused to remain out of custody while the case proceeds, on the condition that he appears at all required court dates. The bond document lists the offenses as willful obstruction of an officer and disorderly conduct. Warrant numbers CE0182152 and CE0182153 are associated with this case.
8/3/26
ACCUSATION FILED AGAINST HUNTER JAMES BROADWATER — 2 COUNTS
What this means: The Bartow County District Attorney’s office, led by District Attorney Eric J. Newton III, formally filed an accusation against Hunter James Broadwater in Bartow Superior Court during the August Term 2026. An accusation is a formal charging document — similar to an indictment — that officially brings the case before the court. Two counts were filed:
Count 1 charges Broadwater with Obstruction of an Officer under O.C.G.A. § 16-10-24(a). This law makes it a crime to knowingly and willfully obstruct or hinder a law enforcement officer in the lawful discharge of official duties.
Count 2 charges Broadwater with Disorderly Conduct under O.C.G.A. § 16-11-39. This law prohibits conduct that is considered a breach of the peace or that causes alarm or disturbance to others.
Both charges are misdemeanors. Hunter James Broadwater is accused of these offenses — no guilt has been determined.
8/10/26
ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED FOR 9/8/26
What this means: The Bartow Superior Court scheduled an arraignment hearing for Hunter James Broadwater on September 8, 2026 at 9:00 AM. This was placed on the court calendar as of August 10, 2026. Although Broadwater already filed a written Waiver of Arraignment on August 12, the court has a calendar entry for this date — it may serve as a check-in or status appearance. No outcome of that hearing is reflected in the available records.
8/12/26
DEFENSE ATTORNEY FILES ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
What this means: Attorney H. Greyson Oswalt-Smith, Esq., of Cansino Blanchette & Oswalt-Smith, LLC in Cartersville, Georgia, formally entered his appearance as counsel of record for Hunter James Broadwater in Bartow Superior Court. This filing notifies the court and the prosecution that Oswalt-Smith is representing Broadwater and that all court notices should be directed to him going forward. The filing was served on District Attorney Eric J. Newton’s office via PeachCourt efile.
8/12/26
BROADWATER WAIVES FORMAL ARRAIGNMENT
What this means: Through his attorney, H. Greyson Oswalt-Smith, Hunter James Broadwater filed a Waiver of Arraignment in Bartow Superior Court. Arraignment is the formal court appearance where a defendant is read the charges and enters a plea. By waiving it, Broadwater skips that formal reading and enters a plea of Not Guilty to the referenced charges on paper. He also formally requested a trial by jury, meaning if this case goes to trial, it will be decided by a jury rather than a judge alone.
8/12/26
DEFENSE FILES REQUEST FOR DISCOVERY
What this means: Attorney H. Greyson Oswalt-Smith filed a Request for Discovery on behalf of Hunter James Broadwater in Bartow Superior Court. Discovery is the legal process by which the defense asks the prosecution to share evidence it has gathered. Under Georgia law and the U.S. Constitution, the state is required to turn over evidence that may help the defense — known as Brady material. Specifically, the defense is requesting copies of the indictment and witness list, witness statements, any statements made by Broadwater, photos and recordings, scientific and test results, search warrants, arrest warrants, and police reports. The defense is also asking the court to allow in-person inspection of any physical evidence.
9/8/26
ARRAIGNMENT HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 9/8/26
What this means: Hunter James Broadwater is scheduled to appear for arraignment in Bartow Superior Court on September 8, 2026 at 9:00 AM. At this hearing, the court will formally address the charges against him — willful obstruction of a law enforcement officer and disorderly conduct — and confirm his plea of Not Guilty, which he previously entered in writing through his attorney, H. Greyson Oswalt-Smith. The court will also address any preliminary matters, scheduling, and next steps in the case.