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Name:
Hogans, David Lee
Date of Booking:
12/30/2025
Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
Officer’s Narrative:
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On December 30, 2025, I, Deputy Herman Benefield, was dispatched to a report of a gunshot wound at [400 BLOCK] N. Raburn Road. Dispatch advised that it was unknown whether the suspect was still on scene and that the suspect had possibly left in a Chevrolet Silverado.
Upon arrival, I made contact with the victim, identified as [VICTIM #1], who was located on the front porch of the residence. While briefly speaking with [VICTIM #1], he stated that the suspect had left the scene in either a silver or white Chevrolet Silverado. I then assisted [VICTIM #1] to his feet and off the porch in order for EMS to gain access to his wound.
After [VICTIM #1] was placed into the ambulance and removed from the immediate scene, he advised that he had been involved in an argument with the suspect, identified as David Hogans, regarding trash located on the property. [VICTIM #1] stated that he was speaking with [REDACTED], David Hogans’ girlfriend, when Hogans shot him. [VICTIM #1] was unsure of the type or caliber of firearm used.
Due to [VICTIM #1] being in significant pain and EMS administering medication, I was unable to obtain any further details at that time. [VICTIM #1] was transported by EMS to Grady Memorial Hospital for treatment.
The scene was subsequently turned over to Investigator Millsap for further investigation.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
03/02/26
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
What this means: Attorney Dane Garland from J. Ryan Brown Law, LLC has officially entered the case to represent David Hogans in Carroll County Superior Court case SUWA2025001480. This formal filing notifies the court that David Hogans now has legal representation.
03/03/26
MOTION FOR BOND FILED
What this means: David Hogans, through his attorney Dane Garland, has filed a motion asking the court to set bond so he can be released from jail while his case is pending. The motion argues that Hogans poses no significant risk of flight, no threat to the community, and no risk of committing additional crimes or obstructing justice while awaiting trial.
03/02/26
NOTICE OF LEAVE OF ABSENCE FILED
What this means: Defense attorney Dane Garland has notified the Carroll County Superior Court that he will be unavailable for court proceedings during specific periods in 2026 due to personal leave. The notice covers dates in January, February, March, April, May, and June 2026, and requests that no hearings be scheduled during those times unless all parties agree.
03/04/26
RULE NISI ISSUED
What this means: The court has issued a Rule Nisi order requiring the state to show cause why David Hogans’ motion for bond should not be granted. The state must respond by April 15, 2026, with a hearing scheduled for 9:00 AM on that date before the Honorable Court. This gives the prosecution a chance to argue against granting bond.
03/09/26
BILL OF INDICTMENT FILED
What this means: A Carroll County grand jury has formally indicted David Lee Hogan on one count of Aggravated Assault under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. 16-5-21). The indictment was issued by the grand jury foreperson and filed with the Superior Court, officially bringing the criminal charge against Hogan. This moves the case from the initial accusation phase to formal prosecution.
03/18/26
ELECTRONIC DISCOVERY CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY FILED
What this means: The prosecution has filed a certificate verifying that electronic discovery materials in the case are authentic and properly maintained. This document, signed by Legal Assistant Riley Dutcher and Assistant District Attorney Jared Parrish from the West Georgia Judicial Circuit, certifies that digital evidence in the case meets legal standards for admissibility in court.
03/03/26
DEFENDANT’S CONSOLIDATED MOTIONS AND DEMANDS FOR DISCOVERY FILED
What this means: David Hogans has filed multiple legal requests asking the court for access to evidence and information in his case. These include requests for discovery of his statements, witness statements, his criminal history, photographs, documents, and scientific evidence. The defense is seeking all materials the prosecution plans to use at trial.
03/20/26
WAIVER OF ARRAIGNMENT AND PLEA OF NOT GUILTY FILED
What this means: David Hogans has waived his right to a formal arraignment hearing and has entered a plea of not guilty to all charges in the indictment. This filing, submitted by his attorney Dane Garland, allows the case to proceed without requiring Hogans to appear in court for the arraignment. By pleading not guilty, Hogans is denying the charges and will contest them at trial.
04/15/26
MOTION FOR BOND HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: The court has scheduled a hearing at 9:00 AM on April 15, 2026, to consider David Hogans’ motion for bond. This is when the judge will hear arguments from both the defense and prosecution about whether Hogans should be released from jail while awaiting trial on the aggravated assault charge.
4/15/26
BOND HEARING HELD — BOND DENIED
What this means: A bond hearing was held on April 15, 2026, in Carroll County Superior Court before Judge Erica L. Tisinger of the West Georgia Judicial Circuit. After hearing arguments from both the prosecution and defense attorney Dane Garland, the court found that David Hogans poses a significant risk of fleeing the jurisdiction of the court. Bond was denied, meaning David Hogans will remain in custody while his case proceeds. The court also noted at the hearing that Hogans waived formal arraignment and entered a plea of not guilty.
4/22/26
SCHEDULING ORDER ISSUED
What this means: Judge Erica L. Tisinger issued a scheduling order placing David Hogans’ case on the Carroll County Superior Court’s Criminal Non-Jury Calendar. Key dates set by the order include a non-jury all-call on August 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM, a calendar call and final plea date on September 17, 2026, and a jury trial beginning September 21, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The order warns that failure to appear at any scheduled hearing could result in a bench warrant being issued. A handwritten note on the order indicates that David Hogans waived formal arraignment in open court and instructs that the arraignment date be removed.
4/23/26
MOTION FOR IMMUNITY FROM PROSECUTION FILED
What this means: David Hogans, through his attorney Dane Garland, has filed a motion asking the court to grant him immunity from prosecution. This type of motion asks the judge to rule that the defendant cannot legally be prosecuted for the alleged conduct — often argued in cases involving self-defense claims under Georgia law. The court will need to schedule a hearing to consider this request.
5/27/26
RULE NISI ISSUED — MOTION FOR IMMUNITY FROM PROSECUTION
What this means: The court has issued a Rule Nisi order in response to David Hogans’ motion for immunity from prosecution. This order directs the State of Georgia to appear and show cause why the motion should not be granted. A hearing has been scheduled for July 14, 2026, at 9:00 AM before Carroll County Superior Court. Judge E. Tisinger signed the order on May 27, 2026.
6/17/26
DEFENSE MOTION FOR BOND FILED
What this means: David Lee Hogans filed a motion requesting bond or modification of his bond conditions. The court will consider this request and issue a ruling.
6/22/26
DEFENSE RULE NISI FILED FOR JULY 14, 2026
What this means: David Lee Hogans filed a rule nisi scheduling a hearing for July 14, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. to hear the defense’s motion for bond.
07/14/26
ARRAIGNMENT HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: An arraignment hearing has been scheduled for 9:00 AM on July 14, 2026, in Carroll County Superior Court. However, since David Hogans has already waived his arraignment and entered a not guilty plea, this hearing may serve as a status conference or case management hearing to discuss the next steps in the prosecution.
7/14/26
ARRAIGNMENT — WAIVED
What this means: David Lee Hogans waived his right to a formal arraignment hearing. By waiving arraignment, the defendant acknowledged the charges against him and agreed to proceed without the formal reading of charges in open court. The case moved forward to the next stage of proceedings.
7/14/26
SCHEDULING ORDER ISSUED — TRIAL DATES SET
What this means: Judge Erica L. Tisinger of the West Georgia Judicial Circuit issued a scheduling order in Carroll County Superior Court (Case No. 26CR310) following the arraignment calendar on July 14, 2026. David Lee Hogans’ attorney announced a waiver of formal arraignment, and Hogans entered a plea of not guilty. The court set the following dates: a non-jury calendar hearing for January 6, 2027 at 9:00 a.m., a calendar call and final plea date for February 2, 2027 at 9:00 a.m. — after which no negotiated plea will be accepted — and a jury trial beginning February 8, 2027 at 9:00 a.m., continuing day to day until the case is reached. The order warns that failure to appear for any scheduled date will result in a bench warrant being issued.
8/26/26
CRIMINAL NON-JURY CALENDAR HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: David Lee Hogans is scheduled to appear for a criminal non-jury calendar hearing in Carroll County Superior Court. The court will schedule a calendar call for September 17, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. and a criminal jury trial for September 21, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
9/17/26
CALENDAR CALL — JURY TRIAL SCHEDULED
What this means: David Lee Hogans is scheduled to appear for a calendar call in preparation for his jury trial. This is a pre-trial conference where the court and attorneys will confirm readiness for trial, address any last-minute issues, and finalize logistics.
9/21/26
CRIMINAL JURY TRIAL SCHEDULED
What this means: David Lee Hogans’ jury trial on the aggravated assault charge is scheduled to begin in Carroll County Superior Court. A jury will hear evidence and arguments from both the state and the defense.
1/6/27
NON-JURY CALENDAR HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: David Lee Hogans is scheduled to appear for a non-jury calendar hearing in Carroll County Superior Court on January 6, 2027 at 9:00 a.m. This hearing will allow the court to review the status of the case and address any outstanding motions or procedural matters.
2/2/27
CALENDAR CALL AND FINAL PLEA DATE SCHEDULED
What this means: David Lee Hogans is scheduled to appear for a calendar call and final plea date in Carroll County Superior Court on February 2, 2027 at 9:00 a.m. After this date, no negotiated plea will be accepted by the court, and the case will proceed to trial if no plea agreement is reached.
2/8/27
JURY TRIAL SCHEDULED
What this means: David Lee Hogans’ jury trial on the aggravated assault charge is scheduled to begin in Carroll County Superior Court on February 8, 2027 at 9:00 a.m. The trial will continue day to day until the case is reached and concluded.