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Name:
Bishop, Katherine Lee
Date of Booking:
05/29/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
Streets/Sidewalks/Lanes/Squares For Public Use Onl – M
DISORDERLY CONDUCT – CITY ORD – M
OBSTRUCTION – M
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Case History:
5/29/26
KATHERINE BISHOP ARRESTED ON MISDEMEANOR CHARGES IN CHATHAM COUNTY
What this means: Katherine Bishop was arrested on May 29, 2026 and booked into custody in Chatham County. She is accused of Obstruction and Disorderly Conduct under a City Ordinance, specifically related to Streets, Sidewalks, Lanes, and Squares for Public Use Only. These are misdemeanor-level offenses, meaning they are lower-level charges than felonies but can still carry fines or jail time if convicted. Case number RCCR26-12620 has been opened in Chatham County Recorder’s Court.
6/1/26
FIRST APPEARANCE AND BOND HEARING HELD IN CHATHAM COUNTY RECORDER’S COURT
What this means: Katherine Bishop appeared before the Honorable Judge Recorder of Chatham County for her first appearance and bond hearing, as required by law after an arrest. At this hearing, Bishop elected to be represented by a Public Defender rather than hiring a private attorney. She entered no plea at this time. The court found probable cause for her arrest and detention. Bishop was granted a bond in the amount of $1,500, meaning she can be released from custody by paying that amount while her case moves forward.
6/18/26
MISDEMEANOR DOCKET HEARING SCHEDULED — OFFICER REQUIRED
What this means: Katherine Bishop’s case in Chatham County Recorder’s Court (RCCR26-12620) is scheduled for a misdemeanor docket hearing on June 18, 2026 at 8:45 AM in Courtroom 1D. The notation “Officer Required” means the arresting or citing officer has been directed to appear at this hearing. This is a routine scheduling step where the court reviews the status of misdemeanor cases and determines how they will proceed.