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Name:
Donaldson, Baby Erica
Date of Booking:
12/31/2025
Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT – F
CRUELTY TO CHILDREN – 1ST DEGREE – F
CRUELTY TO CHILDREN-3RD DEGREE – M
POSSESSION OF FIREARM OR KNIFE DURING COMMISSION OF OR ATTEMPT TO COMMIT CERTAIN FELONIES – F
CRIMINAL DAMAGE TO PROPERTY – 2ND DEGREE – F
Officer’s Narrative:
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On December 31st, 2025 at approximately 9:25 PM, I was dispatched to [1900 BLOCK] Quincy St in reference to a ShotSpotter alert for one round. My body-worn camera was activated.
Upon arriving on scene, I was notified over the radio that officers responded to a male with a gunshot wound at the Parker’s gas station, located at 21 E Derenne Ave. It would later be determined the male was shot outside of [1900 BLOCK] Quincy St.
While canvassing, I discovered a blood trail near the front door of the home, in the driveway, and on the road in front of [1900 BLOCK] Quincy St.
I relocated to the back of the home to watch over the back door. Once it was discovered the shooting did not occur inside the home, I relocated to the front of the home and maintained crime scene security until the scene was dismantled.
[REDACTED], mother of the victim, arrived on scene to secure the home.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
1/6/26
BOND DENIED FOR BABY ERICA DONALDSON
What this means: Baby Erica Donaldson appeared in court for her first appearance after being arrested on 12/31/25. The judge in Chatham County Recorder’s Court denied her request for bond, meaning she must remain in jail while her case proceeds. The court found she poses a significant risk of being a danger or threat to persons, the community, or property.
1/6/26
DEFENSE ATTORNEY ENTERS CASE
What this means: Attorney Solomon A. Amusan filed paperwork to officially represent Baby Erica Donaldson as her defense lawyer in this case. This is a standard step that allows the attorney to receive court notices and participate in all proceedings on behalf of the defendant.
1/26/26
CASE BOUND OVER TO SUPERIOR COURT
What this means: After reviewing the evidence, the Recorder’s Court determined there was probable cause to believe Baby Erica Donaldson committed the alleged crimes. The case is now being transferred from the lower Recorder’s Court to the Superior Court of Chatham County, which handles felony cases. This is the normal progression for serious charges like aggravated assault and cruelty to children.
1/27/26
SUPERIOR COURT COMMITTAL ORDER ISSUED
What this means: The Superior Court of Chatham County officially accepted the case and issued a committal order, confirming that Baby Erica Donaldson will remain in custody. This formalizes her transfer from the Recorder’s Court system to the Superior Court system for the felony charges.
2/4/26
GRAND JURY ISSUES INDICTMENT
What this means: A Chatham County grand jury reviewed the evidence and voted to formally charge Baby Erica Donaldson with 16 counts related to an incident on 12/31/25. The charges include aggravated battery-family violence against Marquis Washington (with whom she shares a child, Kamoura Donaldson), multiple counts of aggravated assault with a pistol against several people including children, cruelty to children charges, possession of a firearm during commission of a felony, and criminal damage to property. The indictment alleges she shot Marquis Washington and fired a gun in the direction of several children and another adult, and damaged Chetora Carter’s vehicle by throwing a cinderblock through the windshield.
4/20/26
CALENDAR CALL AND ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED
What this means: Baby Erica Donaldson has a court hearing scheduled for 10:00 AM on 4/20/26 in Chatham County Superior Court. At this hearing, she will be formally read the charges from the indictment and asked to enter a plea of guilty, not guilty, or nolo contendere. The court will also handle scheduling and other procedural matters to move the case forward.
5/14/26
BOND HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: Baby Erica Donaldson has a bond hearing scheduled for 9:00 AM on 5/14/26 in Chatham County Superior Court. At this hearing, her defense attorney Solomon A. Amusan will likely argue that she should be released from jail while awaiting trial, possibly with conditions like electronic monitoring or supervised release. The prosecution will argue why she should remain in custody. This comes after her initial bond request was denied on 1/6/26.
5/14/26
BOND DENIED AGAIN FOR BABY ERICA DONALDSON
What this means: Judge Timothy R. Walmsley of the Chatham County Superior Court denied Baby Erica Donaldson’s bond application for a second time in case number SPCR26-00281-J2. The judge found that the defendant poses a significant threat or danger to persons, the community, or to any property in the community. This means Baby Erica Donaldson will remain in custody while her case continues through the court system.
6/1/26
ARRAIGNMENT HEARING HELD – NOT GUILTY PLEA ENTERED
What this means: Baby Erica Donaldson appeared for her arraignment hearing at 11:00 AM in Chatham County Superior Court on 6/1/26. The judge read the charges from the grand jury indictment, and Baby Erica Donaldson entered a plea of not guilty to all counts. This means she denies the accusations and the case will proceed to trial unless a plea agreement is reached.
6/2/26
DEFENSE MOTION FOR DISCOVERY FILED
What this means: Attorney Solomon A. Amusan filed a formal motion demanding that the prosecution provide all evidence and information related to the case, as required by Georgia law. This discovery process allows the defense to review police reports, witness statements, physical evidence, and other materials the state plans to use. The motion was signed on 5/31/26 but officially filed on 6/2/26.
7/8/26
STATE’S DISCOVERY DISCLOSURE FILED
What this means: The prosecution filed a discovery disclosure with the court, providing the defendant and defense counsel with evidence and information the state intends to use in the case. The state also demanded reciprocal discovery—meaning the defense must provide its own evidence and witness information to the prosecution. A certificate of service confirms the document was delivered to all parties.
7/9/26
ORDER-PRETRIAL SCHEDULING ISSUED
What this means: The court issued a scheduling order establishing deadlines and procedures for pretrial activities in the case against Baby Erica Donaldson. This order typically sets dates for discovery exchanges, motion deadlines, and other steps leading up to trial.
7/10/26
STATE’S SUPPLEMENTAL DISCOVERY DISCLOSURE FILED
What this means: The prosecution filed an additional discovery disclosure, providing further evidence or information to the defendant and defense counsel. The state again demanded reciprocal discovery and filed a certificate of service confirming delivery to all parties.
10/15/26
TRIAL DOCKET CALL SCHEDULED
What this means: Baby Erica Donaldson has a trial docket call scheduled for 1:30 PM on 10/15/26 in Chatham County Superior Court. At this hearing, the judge will confirm that both sides are ready for trial, address any remaining motions or procedural issues, and finalize the trial date and logistics.