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Name:
Self, Jonathan Wayne
Date of Booking:
03/25/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
POSSESSION OF FIREARM BY CONVICTED FELON
TAMPERING WITH EVIDENCE – FELONY
POSSESSION OF FIREARM OR KNIFE DURING COMMISSION OF OR ATTEMPT TO COMMIT CERTAIN FELONIES
Officer’s Narrative:
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On March 25th, 2026 at 02:08, Deputy Johnson (badge number 946) was dispatched to a DOMESTIC DISPUTE call located at [100 BLOCK] Spruill Bridge Road Temple, GA 30179 Carroll County.
Upon arrival, Johnson made contact with a white female (later identified as [VICTIM #1]) standing in the driveway. Johnson also made contact with a white male (later identified as Jonathan Self) exiting the front door of the residence. Johnson had Jonathan raise his empty hands and did a check for weapons (due to the information about the incident). Jonathan stated that he did not have weapons on his person, but there was firearms located in a cabinet inside the residence. As Johnson was speaking with Jonathan, additional Deputies arrived on scene.
Deputy Accord (badge number 909) spoke with [VICTIM #1] and Johnson continued to speak with Jonathan. Jonathan advised that he was laying in bed eating cereal in the bedroom when [VICTIM #1] started saying that was someone else in the home (Jonathan stated that [VICTIM #1] has accused him of having an affair prior to the incident). [VICTIM #1] walked up to him and flipped his bowl of cereal on him. [VICTIM #1] then walked to the living room to call 911. Jonathan stated that a firearm was not involved during the incident.
[VICTIM #1] stated that her and Jonathan were arguing over a suspected affair that he was having, [VICTIM #1] further stated that she could her a females voice in the house, but did not see her. During the argument Jonathan said, “I wish you would die” and fired two shots from a handgun at her, [VICTIM #1] advised that the bullets grazed her hair.
A walk through of the residence was conducted and a bullet casing (9mm) was found beside the bed in the area that Jonathan was laying. A bullet hole was also located that traveled through multiple walls of the residence. Jonathan was asked if a firearm was ever fired in the residence, in which he replied no.
Investigations was notified at 03:10 of the incident and advised they would respond to the scene.
Investigations arrived and the scene was turned over to them for processing.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
3/25/26
JONATHAN WAYNE SELF BOOKED INTO CUSTODY
What this means: Jonathan Wayne Self was taken into custody in Carroll County on this date. He is accused of four charges: Aggravated Assault, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Tampering with Evidence (a felony), and Possession of a Firearm or Knife During the Commission of Certain Felonies. These are accusations only — Self is presumed innocent unless and until a conviction or guilty plea is entered.
4/6/26
WEST GEORGIA JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUBLIC DEFENDER ENTERS APPEARANCE FOR JONATHAN WAYNE SELF
What this means: The West Georgia Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office formally notified the Carroll County Superior Court that it would be representing Jonathan Wayne Self. The filing references Standing Order No. 7 and was signed by attorney Valerie Cooke (State Bar No. 706620). This means Self has legal representation going forward in Case No. SUWA2026000297.
4/6/26
DEFENSE FILES MOTION FOR BOND
What this means: Attorney Valerie Cooke of the West Georgia Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office filed a motion asking the Carroll County Superior Court to set a reasonable bond so that Jonathan Wayne Self could be released from custody while his case is pending. The motion argues that Self has never previously been held without bail, that he poses no significant flight risk or threat to the community, and that he will appear for all court proceedings if released. The charges listed on the motion include Aggravated Assault, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, and Possession of a Firearm or Knife During Commission of Certain Felonies, with Judge Dustin Hightower presiding.
4/7/26
PRIVATE DEFENSE ATTORNEY ROBERT B. EDDLEMAN ENTERS APPEARANCE FOR JONATHAN WAYNE SELF
What this means: Attorney Robert B. Eddleman (Georgia Bar No. 142230), based in Carrollton, Georgia, filed a formal Entry of Appearance notifying the Carroll County Superior Court that he was entering the case as attorney of record for Jonathan Wayne Self. This filing was made on April 7, 2026, and means that Eddleman — a private attorney — took over representation of Self in Case No. SUWA2026000297.
4/7/26
DEFENSE FILES MOTION FOR BOND — ROBERT B. EDDLEMAN
What this means: On April 7, 2026, attorney Robert B. Eddleman filed a Motion for Bond on behalf of Jonathan Wayne Self, asking the Carroll County Superior Court to set a reasonable bond. This filing followed the earlier bond motion submitted by the Public Defender’s Office on April 6, and reflects that Eddleman had taken over as Self’s counsel of record by this date.
4/13/26
RULE NISI ISSUED — BOND HEARING RESCHEDULED
What this means: The Carroll County Superior Court issued a Rule Nisi in Case No. SUWA2026000297, setting a hearing date of April 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the Carroll County Courthouse. This order directed the District Attorney to appear and show cause why Jonathan Wayne Self’s bond request should not be granted. Judge John Simpson signed the order on April 12, 2026.
4/27/26
BOND GRANTED — JONATHAN WAYNE SELF RELEASED ON CONDITIONS
What this means: Following a bond hearing on April 27, 2026, Carroll County Superior Court Judge Dustin Hightower granted Jonathan Wayne Self a bond of $30,000 — meaning Self must post $30,000 in cash or approved property as a surety to be released from custody while his case is pending. The court imposed several conditions on his release: Self must have no violent contact with the alleged victim; he must maintain a curfew of 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM daily; he must not leave the State of Georgia; no firearms are permitted in his residence; and he must reside at the address provided.
6/15/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT — 4 COUNTS FILED AGAINST JONATHAN WAYNE SELF
What this means: A Carroll County grand jury reviewed the evidence presented by District Attorney Sarah Stimac Japour of the West Georgia Judicial Circuit and agreed there was enough to formally charge Jonathan Wayne Self. The grand jury returned a “true bill,” meaning the indictment is official. This is not a conviction — Jonathan Wayne Self is presumed innocent and has not been found guilty of anything. The case is assigned docket number 26CR694 in the Superior Court of Carroll County.
Count 1 accuses Jonathan Wayne Self of Aggravated Assault under O.C.G.A. 16-5-21, which means he is alleged to have intentionally assaulted someone in a way that could cause serious bodily injury or involved a deadly weapon.
Count 2 accuses Jonathan Wayne Self of Possession of a Firearm During Commission of a Felony under O.C.G.A. 16-11-106, meaning he is alleged to have had a firearm on him while committing or attempting to commit a felony offense.
Count 3 accuses Jonathan Wayne Self of Tampering With Evidence under O.C.G.A. 16-10-94, meaning he is alleged to have altered, destroyed, or concealed evidence connected to a crime.
Count 4 accuses Jonathan Wayne Self of Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon under O.C.G.A. 16-11-131(b), meaning he is alleged to have possessed a firearm despite having a prior felony conviction, which is prohibited by Georgia law.
8/10/26
DEFENSE WAIVER OF ARRAIGNMENT FILED
What this means: Jonathan Wayne Self’s defense attorney filed a waiver of arraignment, meaning Jonathan Wayne Self agreed to skip the formal arraignment hearing that had been scheduled for 8/18/26. By waiving arraignment, he is acknowledging that he understands the charges against him and his rights without needing the court to formally advise him in person. This is a common procedural shortcut when both sides agree.
8/10/26
CONSOLIDATED MOTIONS FILED BY DEFENSE
What this means: Jonathan Wayne Self’s defense attorney filed motions — formal requests to the court — that were consolidated, meaning multiple separate motions were combined into one filing. The specific details of what these motions request are not provided in this update, but consolidated motions typically address pretrial issues such as discovery disputes, suppression of evidence, or other legal challenges. The court will rule on these motions at a later date.
8/18/26
ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED FOR 8/18/26
What this means: Jonathan Wayne Self has a court appearance scheduled for 8/18/26 at 9:00 AM in Carroll Superior Court. At an arraignment, the defendant is informed of the charges against him, advised of his rights, and asked to enter a plea. This is a routine procedural step in a criminal case. Jonathan Wayne Self remains presumed innocent unless and until he is convicted or enters a guilty or nolo contendere plea.
10/6/26
CRIMINAL NON-JURY CALENDAR HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 10/6/26
What this means: Jonathan Wayne Self has a non-jury calendar hearing scheduled for 10/6/26 at 9:00 AM in Carroll Superior Court. A non-jury calendar is a pretrial hearing where the judge addresses procedural matters, motions, and case management issues without a jury present. The next scheduled event after this hearing is set for 11/30/26.
11/30/26
CALENDAR CALL SCHEDULED FOR 11/30/26
What this means: Jonathan Wayne Self has a calendar call scheduled for 11/30/26 at 9:00 AM in Carroll Superior Court. A calendar call is a brief court appearance where the judge confirms that both sides are ready to proceed and addresses any last-minute issues before trial. The criminal jury trial is scheduled to begin on 12/7/26.
12/7/26
CRIMINAL JURY TRIAL SCHEDULED FOR 12/7/26
What this means: Jonathan Wayne Self’s criminal jury trial is scheduled to begin on 12/7/26 at 9:00 AM in Carroll Superior Court. At trial, a jury will hear evidence from both the prosecution and the defense and decide whether Jonathan Wayne Self is guilty or not guilty of the charges against him — Aggravated Assault, Possession of a Firearm During Commission of a Felony, Tampering With Evidence, and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. Jonathan Wayne Self remains presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.