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Name:
Callahan, Nicholas
Date of Booking:
04/11/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
DUI – 0.08G/ PER SE 21 OR OLDER
POSS OF SCHEDULE I
WEAVING OVER ROADWAY
Officer’s Narrative:
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On April 11 20026 at approximately 0315 hours, I was stationed in the gore at I-575 North at the Highway 92 exit observing traffic. I observed a blue Mazda [REDACTED BY AGENCY] traveling on 575 North on the left lane and the vehicle appeared to be traveling over the posted 70 mile per hour speed limit. I caught to the vehicle around the Towne Lake Parkway to pace it but by the time I caught up, the vehicle was still in the left lane and had slowed down considerably. While I was observing the vehicle traveling between the Towne Lake and Ridgewalk Parkway exits, the vehicle failed to maintain lane 4 times by going off the left side of the lane into the left shoulder.
I performed a traffic stop on the vehicle and identified the driver as Mr. Nicholas Callahan. After further investigation, Mr. Callahan was arrested for DUI, failure to maintain lane, and possession of a schedule I substance for several smoking devices with THC wax residues and THC vapes located on his person and inside his vehicle. Vehicle towed by Mauldin Towing.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
4/16/26
BOND SET AT $7,086
What this means: Nicholas Callahan was released on bond in the amount of $7,086 in Cherokee Superior Court, case 26CR0671. This allows him to be released from custody while awaiting trial, provided he meets the bond conditions.
5/1/26
ATTORNEY JOHN F. CONNOLLY ENTERS APPEARANCE
What this means: Attorney John F. Connolly filed a notice of appearance on behalf of Nicholas Callahan, officially becoming his legal representative in case 26CR0671.
5/7/26
HOLD OVER CALENDAR HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 9:00 AM
What this means: A hold over calendar hearing was scheduled for 9:00 AM on 5/7/26 in Cherokee Superior Court. This type of hearing typically allows the court to review the status of the case and determine whether it should proceed or be continued.
6/15/26
RULE NISI — STINSON PLEA FILED
What this means: A Rule Nisi related to a Stinson plea was filed on behalf of Nicholas Callahan. A Stinson plea is a conditional guilty plea that allows a defendant to preserve the right to appeal certain pretrial motions while entering a guilty plea to the charges.
7/6/26
ACCUSATION FILED AGAINST NICHOLAS CALLAHAN
What this means: An accusation was filed in Cherokee Superior Court charging Nicholas Callahan with DUI (driving under the influence) — 0.08G per se for drivers 21 or older, possession of a Schedule I controlled substance, and weaving over the roadway. The accusation is the formal charging document that initiates prosecution.
7/7/26
ARRAIGNMENT NOTICE ISSUED
What this means: An arraignment notice was issued for Nicholas Callahan in case 26CR0671. An arraignment is the defendant’s first appearance before the court to hear the charges and enter a plea.
7/9/26
EFFECTS OF CONVICTION NOTICE ISSUED
What this means: A notice of the effects of conviction was provided to Nicholas Callahan. This document informs him of the potential consequences of a guilty plea or conviction, including penalties, fines, license suspension, and other collateral consequences.
7/9/26
NOTICE OF POST-CONVICTION REMEDIES AND ADVISEMENT OF RIGHTS
What this means: Nicholas Callahan was provided notice of his post-conviction remedies and rights. This informs him of his options to challenge a conviction after sentencing, such as filing an appeal or motion for new trial.
7/9/26
PETITION TO ENTER PLEA OF GUILTY FILED
What this means: Nicholas Callahan filed a petition to enter a guilty plea in case 26CR0671. This document formally requests the court’s permission to plead guilty to the charges.
7/9/26
PRETRIAL DIVERSION PROGRAM PETITION AND RELATED DOCUMENTS FILED
What this means: Nicholas Callahan filed a petition to enter the Pretrial Diversion Program (PTD), along with supporting documents including a consent for disclosure of confidential information, an order withholding sentence, a participant agreement with special conditions, a waiver of the right to withdraw his guilty plea, and a waiver of jury trial rights. The Pretrial Diversion Program is an alternative to prosecution that allows eligible defendants to avoid a conviction if they successfully complete program requirements. The related waivers and agreements indicate his consent to the terms and conditions of the program.
7/9/26
STINSON PLEA HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 9:00 AM
What this means: A Stinson plea hearing was scheduled for 9:00 AM on 7/9/26 in Cherokee Superior Court, case 26CR0671. A Stinson plea is a conditional guilty plea that allows a defendant to preserve the right to appeal certain pretrial motions while entering a guilty plea to the charges. The hearing will address Nicholas Callahan’s petition to enter such a plea and related pretrial diversion program documents.
8/11/26
CRIMINAL ARRAIGNMENT CALENDAR HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 9:00 AM
What this means: A criminal arraignment calendar hearing was scheduled for 9:00 AM on 8/11/26 in Cherokee Superior Court, case 26CR0671. This hearing will allow the court to review the status of Nicholas Callahan’s case and address any outstanding matters.