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Name:
Ragland, Marquis Lamont
Date of Booking:
03/11/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED BATTERY
WILLFUL OBSTRUCTION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS
PROBATION VIOLATION
Officer’s Narrative:
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On 03/10/2026 at 2357 I was dispatched to [100 BLOCK] Parkway North apt [REDACTED BY AGENCY] in reference to an assault with injuries. Before arriving, 911 dispatch informed myself and other responding officers that Marquis Ragland struck [REDACTED BY AGENCY] and fled the scene when he realized she was calling 911.
Upon arrival, Ofc. Townsend made visual on Ragland, to which Ragland began running from Ofc. Townsend. I drove towards the rear of the apartment complex and could see Ragland running up the hill toward Target. While other officers continued to locate Ragland, I made contact with the victim, [REDACTED BY AGENCY].
[REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated that Ragland had locked her out of her apartment, and had to contact an employee from the apartment complex to get a spare key. After getting the key and going inside, Ragland began yelling at [REDACTED BY AGENCY]. Ragland was intoxicated and there were several bottles of alcohol he had drank.
[REDACTED BY AGENCY] began arguing with Ragland and she threw several bottles and food at the walls. [REDACTED] then stated that was when Ragland began punching [REDACTED BY AGENCY] repeatedly in the face, [REDACTED BY AGENCY] and [REDACTED BY AGENCY]. There was significant blood on the shirt she was wearing and I could see one of her [REDACTED BY AGENCY]. A microwave’s glass was also broken, and there were household items all over the floor and food thrown all over the walls.
[REDACTED BY AGENCY] then stated that Ragland had taken her phone but noticed she had her apple watch and was able to contact 911. After noticiing she called, he threw her phone off the third floor behind the apartment building and then left the scene. Ofc. Townsend located Ragland and a footchase began.
While speaking with [REDACTED BY AGENCY] she informed me that Ragland may have gone to his friend [REDACTED BY AGENCY] apartment to hide in apartment [REDACTED BY AGENCY]. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] opened the door and allowed other officers inside to arrest Ragland. Ragland was handcuffed and checked for proper fit. Ragland was then transported to the Coweta County Jail by Ofc Nix. Myself and [REDACTED BY AGENCY] were able to locate her phone via apple watch. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] was checked by EMS but refused transport to the hospital.
A case card was provided to [REDACTED BY AGENCY] a Victim’s Rights Guide was given as well.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
3/11/26
MARQUIS LAMONT RAGLAND ARRESTED AND BOOKED IN COWETA COUNTY
What this means: Marquis Lamont Ragland was arrested and booked into custody in Coweta County on this date. At the time of booking, he was facing charges of Aggravated Battery, Willful Obstruction of Law Enforcement Officers, and a Probation Violation. An arrest means law enforcement took him into custody based on these allegations — it is not a finding of guilt.
3/23/26
ATTORNEY ENTERS APPEARANCE ON BEHALF OF MARQUIS LAMONT RAGLAND
What this means: Tracy Reeves, Jr., an attorney with the Coweta Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office, filed a formal Entry of Appearance in Coweta Superior Court, notifying the court that he is representing Marquis Lamont Ragland in this case. Along with entering his appearance, Reeves requested that the court schedule a Preliminary Hearing and Bond Consideration at the next available court date. This filing puts the court and the prosecution on notice that all future communications regarding Ragland should go through his attorney.
3/27/26
COMMITMENT HEARING HELD — MARQUIS LAMONT RAGLAND BOUND OVER TO SUPERIOR COURT
What this means: A commitment hearing — a proceeding where a judge reviews the evidence to determine whether there is enough to send the case to a higher court — was held in Coweta County on this date. The court reviewed two warrant/citation numbers: W26-911 (Aggravated Battery) and W26-912 (Obstruction of an Officer). On both charges, the case was bound over to Superior Court, meaning a judge found sufficient basis to move the case forward. Attorney Tracy Reeves was present. Bond was denied on the Aggravated Battery charge, but bond had already been set on the Obstruction of an Officer charge. Judge Jessica Williams-Vickery of Coweta County Superior Court signed the order.
5/14/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT — 2 COUNTS FILED AGAINST MARQUIS LAMONT RAGLAND
What this means: A Coweta County grand jury formally indicted Marquis Lamont Ragland on two criminal counts during the March 2026 Term, May 2026 Session. The indictment was filed under Docket No. 2026R577 in the Superior Court of Coweta County, with John Herbert Cranford, Jr. serving as District Attorney for the Coweta Judicial Circuit and Gage Drewins listed as the Prosecuting Officer.
Count 1 charges Ragland with Aggravated Battery under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-24. This means he is accused of seriously injuring another person in a way that qualifies as aggravated — more severe than simple battery — under Georgia law.
Count 2 charges Ragland with Obstruction of an Officer under O.C.G.A. § 16-10-24(a). This means he is accused of willfully hindering or obstructing a law enforcement officer in the performance of their duties.
The grand jury foreperson signed the indictment as a “True Bill” on May 14, 2026, and it was received by the Deputy Clerk of Superior Court later that same day. A True Bill means the grand jury agreed there was enough evidence to formally charge Ragland and proceed to trial.
8/5/26
ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED IN COWETA SUPERIOR COURT
What this means: Marquis Lamont Ragland is scheduled to appear for arraignment in Coweta Superior Court on August 5, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. An arraignment is the court appearance where a defendant is formally read the charges against them and enters a plea — typically guilty, not guilty, or no contest. This will be Ragland’s first formal opportunity to respond to the indictment returned against him on May 14, 2026.
3/2/27
PRETRIAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULED IN COWETA SUPERIOR COURT
What this means: Marquis Lamont Ragland is scheduled for a pretrial conference in Coweta Superior Court on March 2, 2027, at 9:00 a.m. A pretrial conference is a meeting between the judge, the prosecution, and the defense to discuss the status of the case, exchange evidence, explore settlement or plea possibilities, and address any outstanding motions or legal issues before trial. This typically occurs a few weeks before the scheduled trial date.
3/29/27
CRIMINAL JURY TRIAL SCHEDULED IN COWETA SUPERIOR COURT
What this means: Marquis Lamont Ragland is scheduled for a criminal jury trial in Coweta Superior Court on March 29, 2027, at 9:00 a.m. This is the trial date on which a jury will hear evidence and testimony regarding the two counts in the indictment — Aggravated Battery and Obstruction of an Officer — and render a verdict of guilty or not guilty on each count.