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Name:
WYATT, ALONZO JERRELL
Date of Booking:
03/04/2024
Reason(s) For Booking:
SEXUAL ASSAULT BY TEACHER/PRINCIPAL/ASST PRINCIPAL OR OTHER ADMINISTRATOR ENGAGED IN SEXUAL CONTACT – 6 Counts
CRIMINAL ATTEMPT TO COMMIT A FELONY
Article:
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Case History:
3/11/24
NOTICE OF APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL (DEFENSE – JOHN HOWE)
What this means: John Howe entered as defense counsel in this case, officially notifying the court that he is representing the defendant.
3/11/24
MOTION FOR BOND
What this means: Defense counsel John Howe filed a motion for bond and requested a hearing to show cause why bond should not be set in a reasonable amount. This motion asks the judge to allow the defendant to be released from jail while awaiting trial by posting bond.
3/12/24
RULE NISI ON MOTION FOR BOND
What this means: A Rule Nisi was filed to set a court date to hear the motion for bond. This is a notice that tells the court and everyone involved when they will meet to decide if the defendant can be released from jail by paying bond.
3/14/24
LEAVE OF ABSENCE
What this means: Defense counsel John Howe filed a Notice of Proposed Leave of Absence for various dates, requesting time off for vacation and continuing legal education seminars. This notice asks the court for permission to be away and not attend court on those specific dates.
3/22/24
APPEARANCE BOND
What this means: A bond order sets the amount or conditions for release from jail. A cash bond is paid with money, and a property bond uses property instead. Both ensure the person returns to court. In this case, the judge signed a bond order setting the bond at $20,000.
3/26/24
NOTICE PRINTED – PARTY NOTICE PRINTED COURT EVENT: NON-JURY COURT DATE: THE 9TH DAY OF APRIL 2024
What this means: It will be a non-jury hearing, which means only the judge will decide — no jury.
4/3/24
CERTIFICATE OF FILING DISCOVERY
What this means: An Electronic Discovery Certificate was filed by Nathan P. Stewart, Assistant District Attorney. This certificate officially notifies the court that important case information, called discovery, has been shared with the other side and provides proof that it was filed.
4/10/24
ORDER DISMISSING DEFENDANT’S MOTION FOR BOND
What this means: The case was scheduled for a hearing on the defendant’s motion for bond on April 9, 2024. However, the defendant’s attorney said that bond had already been granted before the hearing. Because of this, the motion for bond is no longer needed and has been dismissed.
1/2/25
LEAVE OF ABSENCE
What this means: Defense counsel John Howe filed a Notice of Proposed Leave of Absence for various dates, requesting time off for vacation and continuing legal education seminars. This notice asks the court for permission to be away and not attend court on those specific dates.
11/25/25
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE OF STATE’S DISCOVERY
What this means: The process in a criminal case where the prosecution (state) provides the defense with evidence and information that will be used at trial.
12/1/25
INDICTMENT
What this means: An indictment has been issued charging the defendant with two counts of sexual conduct by an employee or agent in the 1st degree, two counts of criminal attempt to commit a felony, and two counts of sexual contact by an employee or agent in the 2nd degree. An indictment is a formal accusation by a grand jury stating there is enough evidence to charge someone with a crime. It does not determine guilt but allows the case to proceed to trial.
12/9/25
LEAVE OF ABSENCE
What this means: Defense counsel John Howe filed a Notice of Proposed Leave of Absence for various dates, requesting time off for vacation and continuing legal education seminars. This notice asks the court for permission to be away and not attend court on those specific dates.
1/26/26
NOTICE OF DEFENDANT’S ELECTION TO PROCEED UNDER O.C.G.A. 17-16-1 ET SEQ. AND CONSOLIDATED MOTIONS FILED BY DEFENSE COUNSEL JOHN HOWE
What this means: This tells the court that the defendant is choosing to follow Georgia’s standard criminal discovery rules, which govern how both sides share evidence. The “consolidated motions” part means the defense filed multiple legal requests at once, such as asking for evidence, dismissals, or other rulings. It’s a procedural step to organize how the case will move forward.
1/26/26
WAIVER OF ARRAIGNMENT FILED BY DEFENSE COUNSEL JOHN HOWE
What this means: This means the defendant is giving up the right to appear in court for a formal arraignment hearing. Instead of showing up to hear the charges and enter a plea in person, that step is handled in writing by the attorney. This is common and helps move the case along faster.
2/3/26
ARRAIGNMENT CALENDAR AT 9AM
What this means: An arraignment is the first court appearance of a person who has been charged with a crime. At this hearing, the charges are read, and the defendant enters a plea (guilty, not guilty, or no contest).
2/3/26
ARRAIGNMENT CALENDAR APPEARANCE
What this means: Alonzo Wyatt appeared in Carroll County Superior Court for his arraignment hearing before Judge Erica L. Tisinger. His attorney announced that Wyatt was waiving his right to a formal arraignment reading and entered a plea of not guilty to all charges. This means Wyatt is formally denying the sexual assault and criminal attempt charges against him.
2/3/26
SCHEDULING ORDER ISSUED
What this means: Judge Erica L. Tisinger issued a scheduling order in Alonzo Wyatt’s case (2025SUCR001294) setting key dates for his criminal proceedings. This order establishes the timeline for pre-trial hearings and the jury trial. The court scheduled multiple hearings leading up to Wyatt’s trial on the charges of sexual assault by an educator and criminal attempt to commit a felony.
7/8/26
NON-JURY CALENDAR HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: Alonzo Wyatt has a non-jury hearing scheduled at 9:00 a.m. in Carroll County Superior Court. This type of hearing typically addresses pre-trial motions, procedural matters, or other issues that don’t require a jury. The court can handle various legal matters during this hearing as Wyatt’s case moves toward trial.
8/6/26
CALENDAR CALL HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: Alonzo Wyatt has a calendar call hearing scheduled at 9:00 a.m. This is typically the final pre-trial hearing where the court confirms that both sides are ready for trial. The judge will verify that all plea negotiations have concluded and that the case is prepared to proceed to jury trial as scheduled.
8/17/26
CRIMINAL JURY TRIAL SCHEDULED
What this means: Alonzo Wyatt’s jury trial is scheduled to begin at 9:00 a.m. in Carroll County Superior Court. This is when a jury will hear evidence and determine whether Wyatt is guilty of the charges against him – six counts of sexual assault by a teacher/principal/administrator and criminal attempt to commit a felony. The trial will continue day-to-day until a verdict is reached.