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Name:
Bogarin, Miguel Angel
Date of Booking:
03/29/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
DRIVING WHILE LICENSE SUSPENDED OR REVOKED (MISDEMEANOR)
Battery – Family Violence (1st Offense) (M) – 2 counts
Theft By Taking – Other – Fel – 2 counts
CRUELTY TO CHILDREN-CAUSES EXCESSIVE PHYSICAL OR MENTAL PAIN – 1ST DEGREE
Aggravated Assault
Officer’s Narrative:
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On March 28, 2026, I, PFC Roden, along with assisting officers, was dispatched to [REDACTED], in reference to a domestic dispute. The suspect was identified as Miguel Bogarin. The complainant, [VICTIM #1], reported that Mr. Bogarin had taken two cellular phones and fled the scene in a silver Acura passenger vehicle. Due to a prior call for service at the same address involving the same individuals, dispatch was able to provide a license plate number for the vehicle, identified as [REDACTED].
While other officers canvassed the area for the suspect vehicle, I made contact with individuals at the residence, including [VICTIM #1], Juvenile [VICTIM #2], and Juvenile [WITNESS #1]. [WITNESS #1] and [VICTIM #2] are the children of [VICTIM #1] and Miguel.
I first spoke with [WITNESS #1], who stated that Mr. Bogarin had been staying at the residence for approximately three days. [WITNESS #1] reported that he had been asleep at the onset of the incident but awoke during the altercation. He stated that Mr. Bogarin removed a shoe from Ms. [VICTIM #1] and struck her with it, after which he took her cellular phone.
I then interviewed [VICTIM #2], who stated that Mr. Bogarin and Ms. [VICTIM #1] were engaged in a verbal argument that escalated into a physical confrontation. [VICTIM #2] reported that Mr. Bogarin grabbed her by the arm in order to take her cellular phone from her possession. I observed a visible injury to her right arm consistent with her statement.
I then spoke with [VICTIM #1], who guided me to the bedroom where the incident occurred. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that [WITNESS #1] was asleep in the bed and Mr. Bogarin had been in another room. She attempted to quietly enter the bedroom occupied by [WITNESS #1] and [VICTIM #2] to avoid confrontation; however, Mr. Bogarin entered the room and initiated a verbal argument. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that Mr. Bogarin began yelling, grabbed her, and pulled her by the leg toward the edge of the bed. He then removed one of her shoes and struck her in the face with it multiple times. I observed visible marks on Ms. [VICTIM #1]’s face consistent with being struck.
Ms. [VICTIM #1] further stated that Mr. Bogarin then grabbed [VICTIM #2] by the arm and forcibly took her cellular phone. As Mr. Bogarin attempted to leave the residence, Ms. [VICTIM #1] followed him, at which time he pushed her, causing her forehead to strike a door. I observed a visible lump on Ms. [VICTIM #1]’s forehead consistent with her statement. Photographs of all observed injuries were taken and uploaded to Evidence.com.
Ms. [VICTIM #1] estimated the total value of the stolen cellular phones to be approximately $2,000.00. She identified her phone as an iPhone 17 and [VICTIM #2]’s phone as an iPhone 14.
Based on the consistent statements obtained from all parties and the visible physical injuries observed, probable cause was established for the arrest of Mr. Bogarin.
Officer Valentine subsequently located Mr. Bogarin inside the suspect vehicle behind 1010 N. 5th Avenue. Mr. Bogarin was taken into custody without incident, placed in handcuffs, and advised of his Miranda rights. Mr. Bogarin made spontaneous statements indicating that he had been at the residence for several days and alleged that Ms. [VICTIM #1] was intoxicated. When asked to explain the cause of the injuries sustained by the victims, he was unable to provide an explanation.
Mr. Bogarin also admitted to operating the vehicle, despite having a suspended driver’s license. When asked about the location of the cell phones, Mr. Bogarin admitted to hiding them beside a dumpster close by. The phones were recovered and returned to Ms. [VICTIM #1] and [VICTIM #2]. Mr. Bogarin’s phone that was left at the residence was returned to his property at the Floyd County Jail.
Mr. Bogarin was transported to the Floyd County Jail
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
3/29/26
MIGUEL ANGEL BOGARIN ARRESTED AND BOOKED INTO FLOYD COUNTY JAIL
What this means: Miguel Angel Bogarin was booked into the Floyd County jail on this date. According to case records, Bogarin is charged with driving while license suspended or revoked, two counts of battery – family violence (1st offense), two counts of theft by taking (felony), cruelty to children in the 1st degree, and aggravated assault. These are the charges as they stood at booking — Bogarin is presumed innocent unless and until a court finds otherwise.
4/27/26
MIGUEL ANGEL BOGARIN FILES MOTION FOR BOND
What this means: Attorney Nicha Rakpanichmanee filed a formal request asking the Floyd County Superior Court to set a bail amount for Miguel Angel Bogarin, who was being held in custody. The motion, filed under case number 26PI00167-4, asks the court to set bond at a reasonable amount. Filing this motion is how a defendant formally asks a judge to consider releasing them from jail while the case is pending.
4/28/26
JUDGE ISSUES RULE NISI — BOND HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 4/30/26
What this means: A Floyd County Superior Court judge responded to Miguel Angel Bogarin’s motion for bond by issuing a Rule Nisi — a court order directing the State of Georgia to appear and show cause why the bond request should not be granted. The hearing was scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on April 30, 2026, at the Floyd County Courthouse. A Rule Nisi is essentially the court’s way of putting the bond motion on the calendar and requiring both sides to show up and argue their positions.
4/30/26
BOND HEARING HELD IN FLOYD COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT
What this means: A hearing on Miguel Angel Bogarin’s motion for bond took place at 9:00 a.m. in Floyd County Superior Court. Case records indicate this hearing occurred as scheduled. The outcome of this hearing is not reflected in the available documents.
5/1/26
NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTION OF COUNSEL FILED — LUKE MARTIN REPLACES PRIOR ATTORNEY
What this means: On May 1, 2026, the law firm Bratcher Martin, LLP filed a Notice of Substitution of Counsel in Floyd County Superior Court, formally replacing attorney Nicha Rakpanichmanee as Miguel Angel Bogarin’s defense attorney. Luke Martin (Georgia Bar No. 806452), of Bratcher Martin, LLP in Rome, Georgia, is now the attorney of record for Bogarin in case number 26PI00167-4.
5/7/26
JUDGE ISSUES SECOND RULE NISI — NEW BOND HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 5/14/26
What this means: Judge Kay Ann King of the Floyd County Superior Court issued a second Rule Nisi in Miguel Angel Bogarin’s case, setting a new bond hearing for May 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Courtroom C of the Floyd County Superior Court. This order was prepared by new defense attorney Luke Martin, indicating the defense was continuing to pursue bond for Bogarin following the change in counsel.
5/14/26
MOTION FOR BOND WITHDRAWN — COURT DISMISSES BOND MOTION
What this means: A bond hearing was held on May 14, 2026, in Floyd County Superior Court before Judge Kay Ann King. At that hearing, defense attorney Luke Martin withdrew Miguel Angel Bogarin’s motion for bond. Because the motion was pulled by the defense, Judge King entered an order formally dismissing it. This means the court did not rule on whether Bogarin should be released — the defense chose to pull the request before the judge could decide. Bogarin remains in custody under case number 26PI00167-JFL004.
7/2/26
BOND HEARING SCHEDULED IN FLOYD COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT
What this means: A hearing on a motion for bond for Miguel Angel Bogarin was scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on July 2, 2026, in Floyd County Superior Court.
7/15/26
ACCUSATION FILED — 8 COUNTS CHARGED AGAINST MIGUEL ANGEL BOGARIN
What this means: The Floyd County District Attorney’s office formally filed a criminal accusation against Miguel Angel Bogarin in Floyd County Superior Court under case number 26CR01211-4, during the July Term of 2026. An accusation is a formal charging document — similar to an indictment — that officially brings criminal charges against a defendant in Superior Court. Bogarin is presumed innocent of all charges. The eight counts are as follows:
Count 1 – Battery, Family Violence (Misdemeanor): Bogarin is accused of committing an act of battery against a family or household member.
Count 2 – Battery, Family Violence (Misdemeanor): A second, separate accusation of battery against a family or household member.
Count 3 – Battery, Family Violence (Misdemeanor): A third, separate accusation of battery against a family or household member.
Count 4 – Cruelty to Children in the Third Degree (Misdemeanor): Bogarin is accused of an act of cruelty toward a child, classified at the third-degree level under Georgia law.
Count 5 – Cruelty to Children in the Third Degree (Misdemeanor): A second, separate accusation of cruelty to a child in the third degree.
Count 6 – Theft by Taking (Misdemeanor): Bogarin is accused of unlawfully taking property belonging to another person.
Count 7 – Theft by Taking (Misdemeanor): A second, separate accusation of theft by taking.
Count 8 – Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Misdemeanor): Bogarin is accused of operating a motor vehicle while his driver’s license was suspended or revoked.
7/15/26
BOND POSTED — MIGUEL ANGEL BOGARIN RELEASED FROM CUSTODY
What this means: On July 15, 2026, Corntassel Bonding Company posted a $10,000 bond for Miguel Angel Bogarin in Floyd County Superior Court. This means Bogarin was released from jail. A bail bondsman posted the bond amount on his behalf, allowing him to be released while his case is pending. Bogarin must comply with all conditions of his release and appear for all future court dates.
8/21/26
ARRAIGNMENT HEARING SCHEDULED IN FLOYD COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT
What this means: An arraignment hearing for Miguel Angel Bogarin was scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on August 21, 2026, in Floyd County Superior Court. At an arraignment, Bogarin will be informed of the charges against him (the eight counts in the accusation filed on July 15, 2026), advised of his rights, and asked to enter a plea — guilty, not guilty, or nolo contendere (no contest). This is a standard procedural step in criminal cases.
7/30/26
DEFENSE FILES DEMAND FOR DISCOVERY AND EXCULPATORY MATERIAL
What this means: Attorney Luke Martin of Bratcher Martin, LLP filed a formal demand on behalf of Miguel Angel Bogarin requesting that the State of Georgia turn over discovery materials and any exculpatory evidence in case number 26CR01211-4. Discovery is the legal process by which both sides share evidence before trial. Exculpatory material refers to any evidence that could help prove Bogarin’s innocence or weaken the State’s case. The defense also opted into reciprocal discovery, meaning Bogarin’s legal team agreed to share certain materials with the State as well.
7/30/26
MIGUEL ANGEL BOGARIN WAIVES ARRAIGNMENT — PLEADS NOT GUILTY
What this means: Rather than appearing in person for the arraignment scheduled for August 21, 2026, defense attorney Luke Martin of Bratcher Martin, LLP filed a written Entry of Appearance and Waiver of Arraignment in Floyd County Superior Court on July 30, 2026. Through this filing, Bogarin formally entered a plea of not guilty to all charges in case number 26CR01211-4. Waiving arraignment is a common and routine step — it allows the case to move forward without requiring a separate court appearance just to enter the plea.
7/30/26
DEFENSE FILES PRELIMINARY MOTION TO SUPPRESS EVIDENCE
What this means: Attorney Luke Martin filed a Preliminary Motion to Suppress on behalf of Miguel Angel Bogarin in Floyd County Superior Court under case number 26CR01211-4. This motion asks the court to throw out any evidence that Bogarin’s defense team believes was obtained illegally during the investigation — including evidence gathered through what the defense argues was an unlawful detention, search, or seizure, in violation of the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and corresponding Georgia law. The motion also seeks to suppress any statements made by Bogarin that the defense argues were obtained in violation of his Miranda rights. The defense noted that full discovery had not yet been provided by the State and asked the court for the opportunity to add more detail to the motion once discovery is received.
8/6/26
STATE FILES NOTICE OF COMPLIANCE WITH DISCOVERY
What this means: The State of Georgia filed a Notice of Compliance with the applicable discovery statute in Floyd County Superior Court, along with a Certificate of Service, indicating that the State had responded to the defense’s demand for discovery materials filed on July 30, 2026. This means the prosecution provided — or formally acknowledged providing — evidence and materials to defense attorney Luke Martin as required by Georgia law.
9/16/26
CALENDAR CALL SCHEDULED — JURY TRIAL ON THE HORIZON FOR MIGUEL ANGEL BOGARIN
What this means: A calendar call has been scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on September 16, 2026, in Floyd County Superior Court for Miguel Angel Bogarin’s case. A calendar call is a court session where the judge confirms which cases are ready to proceed to trial and sets or confirms trial dates. This scheduling indicates that Miguel Angel Bogarin’s case is moving toward a jury trial.