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Name:
Reese, Carson Wayne
Date of Booking:
03/17/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
Public Drunkenness – M
DISORDERLY CONDUCT – M
Officer’s Narrative:
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On 03/17/2026 at approximately 2038 hours, while in full uniform with badge displayed and parked at the intersection of Barnard Ramp and W. Bay St., I was flagged down for a DISORDERLY PERSON.
Disorderly Conduct
An off-duty Ft. Lauderdale firefighter, Mr. [WITNESS #1], informed me that there was an intoxicated individual wearing a white hat on Williamson St. causing a disturbance by throwing up his hands and attempting to fight multiple people. He pointed out the individual causing the disturbance, Mr. CARSON W. REESE. I had previously observed Mr. REESE yelling at two separate groups of individuals who said that they did not know who he was. One of the groups said that he got kicked out of a bar because of Mr. REESE who appeared that he wanted to fight.
Conclusion
I placed Mr. REESE in handcuffs and informed him why he was being arrested. While escorting him to the St. Patrick’s Day Festival Command Post, I could smell the odor of alcoholic beverage coming from his person; several officers at the Command Post also smelled the same odor.
Mr. REESE continued to act disorderly by yelling about his “freedom of speech” and directing racial slurs toward people in the crowd. He was placed in a marked patrol unit at the Command Post, then transported to the Chatham County Detention Center by additional units. He was also charged with Public Drunkenness.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
3/17/26
CARSON WAYNE REESE ARRESTED — CHARGED WITH PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS AND DISORDERLY CONDUCT
What this means: Carson Wayne Reese was arrested on March 17, 2026, at 8:47 PM in Chatham County and is accused of public drunkenness and disorderly conduct, both misdemeanor offenses. This is the beginning of case number RCCR26-06175 in Chatham County Recorder’s Court.
3/18/26
CRIMINAL BOND SET FOR CARSON WAYNE REESE
What this means: Carson Wayne Reese was released from custody after a criminal bond was set in the amount of $2,400.00, secured through Saseen Bonding Co., Inc. The bond was signed and sealed on March 18, 2026, and requires Reese to appear in Chatham County court to answer to the charges of public drunkenness and disorderly conduct.
3/18/26
FIRST APPEARANCE HEARING HELD — PRELIMINARY HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: Carson Wayne Reese appeared before a judge at Chatham County Recorder’s Court on March 18, 2026. At this hearing, Reese was advised of his rights. He entered no plea at this time. The court scheduled a preliminary hearing for April 8, 2026, at 8:45 AM in Courtroom 1B.
5/20/26
DEFENSE ATTORNEY ENTERS APPEARANCE FOR CARSON WAYNE REESE
What this means: Attorney Elizabeth Carlisle Beasley (Georgia Bar No. 567510) filed a formal Entry of Appearance on May 20, 2026, notifying the Chatham County Recorder’s Court that she is representing Carson Wayne Reese in case number RCCR26-06175. This means all future court communications and filings related to this case should be directed to her. The document was e-filed with the Clerk of Chatham County Recorder’s Court on June 18, 2026, and a copy was served electronically to the Chatham County District Attorney’s Office.
6/17/26
MISDEMEANOR DOCKET HEARING SCHEDULED — OFFICER REQUIRED
What this means: A misdemeanor docket hearing for Carson Wayne Reese has been scheduled for June 17, 2026, at 8:45 AM in Chatham County Recorder’s Court. The notation indicates that a law enforcement officer is required to be present, meaning the arresting or citing officer is expected to appear at this hearing.
8/5/26
MISDEMEANOR DOCKET HEARING SCHEDULED — OFFICER REQUIRED
What this means: A misdemeanor docket hearing for Carson Wayne Reese has been scheduled for August 5, 2026, at 8:45 AM in Courtroom 1B of Chatham County Recorder’s Court. A law enforcement officer is required to be present at this hearing.
9/1/26
DEFENDANT’S MOTION FOR DISCOVERY FILED
What this means: Carson Wayne Reese, through his attorney Elizabeth Carlisle Beasley, filed a Motion for Discovery on September 1, 2026, in Chatham County Recorder’s Court case number RCCR26-06175. This motion requests that the State of Georgia provide Reese with evidence and information related to the charges of public drunkenness and disorderly conduct, including police reports, witness statements, and any other materials the prosecution intends to use. Discovery is a standard part of the criminal process that allows both sides to review evidence before trial.
9/2/26
MISDEMEANOR DOCKET HEARING SCHEDULED — OFFICER REQUIRED
What this means: A misdemeanor docket hearing for Carson Wayne Reese has been scheduled for September 2, 2026, at 8:45 AM in Chatham County Recorder’s Court. A law enforcement officer is required to be present at this hearing.
9/2/26
CARSON WAYNE REESE SENTENCED ON PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS — DISORDERLY CONDUCT CHARGE DISMISSED
What this means: On September 2, 2026, Carson Wayne Reese appeared in the Recorders Court of Chatham County in Savannah, Georgia for case number RCCR26-06175. The court entered the following rulings on the two charges:
On the charge of Public Drunkenness (O.C.G.A. 16-11-41), the court entered a ruling of guilty. On the charge of Disorderly Conduct (O.C.G.A. 16-11-39), the State of Georgia filed a nolle prosequi — meaning the prosecution declined to proceed with that charge, and it was dismissed.
Reese was sentenced to 12 months on the Public Drunkenness conviction, with credit for time already served. The sentence is to be served on probation. Conditions of the probation include a drug and alcohol assessment and treatment.