Jala Paul

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Name:
Paul, Jala Jashon

Date of Booking:
05/06/2026

Reason(s) For Booking:
WILLFUL OBSTRUCTION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS – MISDEMEANOR

MARIJUANA-POSSESS LESS THAN 1 OZ.

CRUELTY TO CHILDREN IN THE 3RD DEGREE – 1ST OR 2ND OFFENSE – MISDEMEANOR

BATTERY – FAMILY VIOLENCE (1ST OFFENSE) MISD 

THEFT BY TAKING – MISDEMEANOR 

CRIMINAL DAMAGE TO PROPERTY – 2ND DEGREE

PROBATION VIOLATION (WHEN PROBATION TERMS ARE ALTERED) FOR FINGERPRINTABLE CHARGE – MISDEMEANOR

BENCH WAR-STATE CT

Officer’s Narrative:
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On April 30, 2026, I, Deputy Robinson, was dispatched to 182 Riley Ave in reference to a domestic dispute.

Upon my arrival, I spoke with Ms. [VICTIM #1] (mother), who stated her daughter, Jala Paul, became upset over money that was missing from under her pillow. Ms. [VICTIM #1] advised that Jala began yelling and became physical, placing her hands on her. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated Jala pulled her braids out and scratched her face. I observed visible scratches on Ms. [VICTIM #1]’s face as well as areas where her braids had been pulled out.

Ms. [VICTIM #1] further stated that Jala began fighting with her 15-year-old brother, [REDACTED BY AGENCY], by pulling his hair. Jala then went outside and began kicking the front door, causing damage. The screws were removed from the door, and portions of the wood frame were broken.

Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that after damaging the door, Jala took several items from the residence, including her son’s PS5, a 45-inch television, an Obama phone, and her son’s iPhone 11.

I asked Ms. [VICTIM #1] if she needed EMS, which she declined. I also asked if she had a safe place to stay for the night due to Jala making threats to have individuals come to her residence and “spray” the house. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated she did not wish to leave, advising she would not be forced out of her home.

Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated she wished to press charges in reference to the incident.

Warrants were taken out. Ms. [VICTIM #1] was provided with a case card and case number.

[End of Narrative]

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Case History:

5/18/26

DEFENSE ATTORNEY FRANK HOWARD FILES ENTRY OF APPEARANCE FOR JALA JASHON PAUL

What this means: On May 18, 2026, Frank Howard, an Assistant Public Defender with the Office of the Circuit Public Defender in Macon, Georgia, formally notified the Bibb County Superior Court that he would be representing Jala Jashon Paul in case number 2026-MCR-006883. This is a standard step that officially puts the court and the prosecution on notice that Paul has legal representation. A copy was hand-delivered to the District Attorney’s office for the Macon Judicial Circuit.

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5/18/26

DEFENSE FILES MOTION TO INVOKE UNIFORM SUPERIOR COURT RULE 1.2(B) ORDER

What this means: Also on May 18, 2026, defense attorney Frank Howard filed a motion on behalf of Jala Jashon Paul asking the court to apply a standing order governing the conduct of criminal cases in Bibb County Superior Court. This order, originally signed by Judge Martha C. Christian in 2011, sets standard rules and procedures that both sides must follow during the case — things like deadlines for sharing evidence and scheduling. Invoking this order is a routine defense step to ensure the prosecution follows established procedural rules throughout the case.

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5/19/26

DEFENSE FILES MOTION TO SET BOND FOR JALA JASHON PAUL

What this means: On May 19, 2026, defense attorney Frank Howard filed a formal request asking the Bibb County Superior Court to set a bond so that Jala Jashon Paul could be released from jail while her case is pending. The motion noted that Paul had been held in jail since her arrest on May 6, 2026. The defense argued that Paul poses no significant risk of fleeing, no danger to the community, and no significant risk of intimidating witnesses or obstructing justice. A Notice of Hearing was also filed the same day, formally notifying the District Attorney’s office that the bond petition would be brought before the court for a hearing.

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5/28/26

BIBB COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT GRANTS BOND FOR JALA JASHON PAUL

What this means: On May 28, 2026, a judge of the Bibb County Superior Court, Macon Judicial Circuit, signed a Consent Order setting bond for Jala Jashon Paul at $5,000. This means Paul can be released from jail by paying that amount — or arranging for a bondsman to do so — while her case continues. Assistant District Attorney Sherita Peeler consented to the bond on behalf of the State. The order was prepared by defense attorney Frank Howard and includes several conditions Paul must follow while out on bond: she must appear in court when required and notify the Bibb County Superior Court Clerk of any address changes; she must not violate any laws; she must not intimidate any witness or obstruct justice; she must not carry any weapons; her surety must be approved by the Sheriff; and she must have no violent contact with a named individual. Any violation of these conditions could result in the bond being revoked.