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Name:
Lyons, Ariana Nicole
Date of Booking:
07/07/2025
Reason(s) For Booking:
Theft by Receiving Stolen Property Misdemeanor
Theft by Receiving Stolen Property (Felony)
Possession of a Schedule IV Controlled Substance (Felony)
Driving Under the Influence of Drugs (Misdemeanor)
Hit and Run; Duty of Driver to Stop at or Return to Scene of Accident (Misdemeanor)
Possession of a Schedule IV Controlled Substance (Felony)
Article:
Wellstar anesthesiologist assistant arrested for stealing Propofol — Cobb County News
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Case History:
7/8/25
BOND CONDITIONS
What this means: The court set rules the defendant must follow to stay out of jail while the case is pending. These conditions may include things like not committing new crimes, avoiding certain people, or appearing at all court dates.
7/8/25
NOTICE TO APPEAR
What this means: The defendant was told to appear in court on August 4, 2025, at 1:30 PM for an initial hearing. This hearing was for a special court program that may offer alternatives to a traditional prosecution.
7/8/25
ORIGINAL CRIMINAL WARRANT FOR THEFT BY REC RETAIN LESS THAN $1,500 AND VGCSA POSSESSION OF PROPOFOL
What this means: A judge approved a warrant formally accusing the defendant of theft involving property valued under $1,500 and illegally possessing propofol under the Georgia Controlled Substances Act.
7/14/25
BOND
What this means: A bonding company paid $2,400 to secure the defendant’s release from jail. This allowed the defendant to remain out of custody while the case moves forward.
7/15/25
CITATION – DUI ANY DRUG/LESS SAFE, FAIL TO STOP AT ACCIDENT W/INJURY
What this means: The defendant was issued formal charges for driving under the influence of drugs and for failing to stop after being involved in an accident that caused injury. A citation is an official charging document.
7/15/25
AFFIDAVIT & ORDER – ARREST AFFIDAVIT AND ORDER SETTING BOND
What this means: An officer submitted a sworn statement explaining why the defendant was arrested. The court also issued an order setting the amount of bond required for release.
8/12/25
NOTICE OF DENIAL OF APPOINTMENT OF CIRCUIT DEFENDER
What this means: The court denied the defendant’s request for a court-appointed attorney. This was because the defendant did not provide the necessary paperwork to qualify.
8/15/25
MEMO FROM THE SOLICITOR GENERAL’S OFFICE TO THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE TRANSFERRING THE CASE FOR REVIEW AND/OR PROSECUTION
What this means: The Solicitor General’s Office sent the case to the District Attorney’s Office. This means the case was moved for further review or to be formally prosecuted.
8/15/25
ORDER TO TRANSFER CASE TO THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY FOR PROSECUTION
What this means: A judge signed an order officially transferring the case to the District Attorney’s Office. The District Attorney would now handle the prosecution.
9/2/25
WARRANT TRANSFER
What this means: The case was reassigned from one judge to another. Judge Ann B. Harris transferred the warrant(s) to Judge Kimberly Childs, who would now oversee the case.
9/29/25
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE FILED BY DISTRICT ATTORNEY, MARTY FIRST
What this means: District Attorney Marty First filed paperwork officially stating that the District Attorney’s Office represents the State in this case. This means that office is now responsible for prosecuting the case.
10/24/25
INDICTMENT
What this means: A grand jury officially charged the defendant with multiple crimes, including theft involving a controlled substance, violations of Georgia’s drug laws, DUI, and failing to take required actions after hitting a vehicle. The indictment signals that the case will move forward in felony court.
10/30/25
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE AND WAIVER OF ARRAIGNMENT FILED BY DEFENSE COUNSEL, LAJUANA L. FELLS.
What this means: The defendant’s attorney, Lajuana L. Fells, filed paperwork officially representing the defendant. The defendant waived a formal reading of the charges and entered a plea of not guilty.
11/7/25
DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE AND STATE’S DISCOVERY DEMAND
What this means: The prosecution confirmed it provided certain evidence to the defense. The State also formally requested any evidence the defense plans to use at trial.
11/26/25
PETITION FOR PRETRIAL DIVERSION
What this means: The defendant applied for a pretrial diversion program. This program can allow certain defendants to avoid a conviction if they complete specific requirements.
12/23/25
DIVERSION DENIAL
What this means: The request for pretrial diversion was denied. The denial was based on the DUI allegation.
1/14/26
DEMURRER FILED BY DEFENSE COUNSEL LAJUANA FELLS
What this means: The defense filed a legal motion arguing that the charges are legally insufficient or flawed. A demurrer asks the court to dismiss or correct the charges.
1/23/26
MOTION TO WITHDRAW AS COUNSEL FOR DEFENDANT FILED BY DEFENSE COUNSEL, LAJUANA FELLS.
What this means: The defense attorney asked the court for permission to withdraw from the case. She stated there was a serious breakdown in communication and strategy with the defendant, and the defendant wanted to hire a different attorney.
1/23/26
MOTION TO WITHDRAW PREVIOUSLY FILED DEMURRER – FILED BY LAJUANA FELLS
What this means: The attorney also asked to withdraw the demurrer that had been filed earlier. This likely happened because she was stepping down as counsel.
2/2/26
ORDER GRANTING MOTION TO WITHDRAW AS COUNSEL OF RECORD FOR DEFENDANT
What this means: The judge approved the attorney’s request to withdraw. The defendant no longer has Lajuana Fells as her attorney of record.
3/10/26
CALENDAR CALL AT 9:00AM
What this means: The court scheduled a calendar call, which is a brief hearing to check the status of the case. The judge typically confirms whether the case is ready for trial.
3/16/26
JURY TRIAL AT 9:00AM
What this means: The case is scheduled for a jury trial beginning at 9:00 AM on March 16, 2026. At that trial, a jury will hear the evidence and decide whether the defendant is guilty or not guilty.
03/17/26
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE FILED
What this means: Austin C. Dabney from The Dabney Firm, LLC officially entered the case as Ariana Nicole Lyons’ defense attorney in Cobb County Superior Court case 25CR03740. This filing notifies the court that Dabney will represent Lyons, who is facing charges of acquiring or obtaining possession of a controlled substance, possession of a Schedule IV controlled substance, DUI (less safe) (drugs), and requirements upon striking an unattended vehicle. The court will now send all future notices and documents to Dabney’s law firm in Powder Springs, Georgia.
03/17/26
CONSOLIDATED MOTIONS INDEX FILED
What this means: Austin Dabney filed a comprehensive list of nine different legal motions and requests he plans to make on behalf of Ariana Nicole Lyons. This index includes requests for evidence disclosure, discovery of witness statements, information about Lyons’ criminal history, scientific evidence testing, and other pre-trial matters. Filing this consolidated index helps organize the defense strategy and gives the court and prosecution advance notice of what legal arguments and requests to expect in this Cobb County case.
03/17/26
LEAVE OF ABSENCE FILED
What this means: Austin Dabney filed a motion requesting time away from his law practice for vacation, personal matters, and continuing legal education through December 2026. The leave includes multiple periods throughout 2026, including March 25-27, April 20-May 1, and several other dates. Since this affects more than 30 days total during the calendar year, court rules require advance notice to ensure Ariana Nicole Lyons’ case and other matters can be properly managed during Dabney’s absences.
04/15/26
SENTENCING HEARING HELD
What this means: Ariana Nicole Lyons was sentenced in Cobb County Superior Court case 25CR03740. She pleaded guilty to or was found guilty of acquiring or obtaining possession of a controlled substance, DUI (less safe) (drugs), and requirements upon striking an unattended vehicle. The possession of a Schedule IV controlled substance charge was merged with another charge, meaning it was combined and won’t result in separate punishment. This concludes the criminal case against Lyons with her convictions on three of the four original charges.