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Name:
Bogarin, Miguel Angel
Date of Booking:
04/20/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
TAMPERING WITH EVIDENCE – MISDEMEANOR
DRIVING W/ SUSPENDED REGISTRATION
DRIVING WHILE LICENSE SUSPENDED OR REVOKED (MISDEMEANOR)
Criminal Trespass – Damage to Property
CRUELTY TO CHILDREN-CHILD LESS THAN 18YOA PRESENT/HEARS ACT/COMMITS FORCIBLE FEL/BATT/FV BATT-3RD DEGREE
Theft by Taking – Other – Misd
CRUELTY TO CHILDREN-CAUSES EXCESSIVE PHYSICAL OR MENTAL PAIN – 1ST DEGREE
AGGRAVATED STALKING
CRIMINAL DAMAGE TO PROPERTY – 2ND DEGREE (Private)
Burglary First Degree – Burglary, First Degree
DRIVING W/O INSURANCE- NOT RPT
Officer’s Narrative:
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[NARRATIVE #1 on April 20, 2026]
On April 20, 2026 at approximately 1508 hours, I (PFC Blankenship) was dispatched to [REDACTED] in reference to a subject, identified as Miguel Angel Bogarin, breaking into the above residence with [REDACTED BY AGENCY] and the mother of his child [VICTIM #1] inside. The call taker advised that there was a protection order in place against Miguel and that he had since fled in a gray 2008 Acura bearing Ga registration [REDACTED BY AGENCY].
While en route to the above address, I observed the above vehicle at the intersection of N. Second Ave and W. 10th St. As the vehicle proceeded through the intersection past me and toward Carter Ave, I observed that the driver was a hispanic male. Being in the near vicinity of the call, driving the matching vehicle, and likely being Miguel Bogarin, I turned around on the vehicle in an attempt to conduct a traffic stop.
While doing so, the vehicle proceeded along the private drive behind Big Dan’s Carwash and onto the lot of True Value (44 Carter Ave) and into a parking stall. I pulled in behind the vehicle and made contact with the driver who had already quickly exited the vehicle.
He identified himself as Miguel Bogarin and advised that nothing had happened when I asked about the alleged incident at [VICTIM #1]’s apartment. I placed into handcuffs to detain him and read him his miranda warning. Miguel then advised that he had been over at [VICTIM #1]’s apartment [REDACTED] and that he knew that he was not supposed to be there or to have contact with her.
Miguel then advised that he had been angry with [VICTIM #1] since he no longer had a place to live and advised he had been living in his car. He said that he had been arguing with [VICTIM #1] through her ring door bell camera. When I asked him about the door, he sighed and advised me making statements that the door was probably damaged and that he had pushed on it. I asked him if that was because he had been trying to get inside and he responded in the affirmative.
At that time, a subject came up to myself and PFC Bridges and handed him a woman’s wallet with keys attached advising he had found it on the side of the road not far from us. Seeing officers in the area, the subject wanted to turn it over. Inside was a debit card with the name [VICTIM #1] on it.
Once notified of this, I asked Miguel about the wallet belonging to [VICTIM #1] and if he had thrown it out the window. Miguel then made statements advising he had gotten rid of the wallet because “I didn’t want yall thinking I had stole it”. I believe that Miguel, upon seeing my patrol vehicle turning around, threw the wallet out somewhere around or between N. Second Ave and Carter Ave while I was trying to get turned around and pull in behind him.
I was then advised by PFC Roden, See supplemental, that there was apparent forced entry into the home and that the wallet, confirmed to belong to [VICTIM #1] along with keys and card, was the only item Miguel had taken from the residence. Based on the above facts, Miguel took [VICTIM #1]’s wallet after having broken into her home and intended to deprive her of the use of her property. Further, upon sight of law enforcement, Miguel threw the evidence of his theft out of his car window to prevent his potential prosecution by concealing the evidence.
I placed Miguel into the back of my patrol vehicle and transported him over to [REDACTED] and returned the items belonging to [VICTIM #1]. Miguel’s vehicle was left on the lot of True Value per his request.
At the above address, I observed clear forced entry damage to the front door and found Miguel’s and [VICTIM #1]’s [REDACTED BY AGENCY] sitting on the floor with her arms wrapped around her knees–still appearing shaken by the incident.
[VICTIM #1] had advised PFC Roden that when Miguel was breaking in, she and [REDACTED BY AGENCY] had been in the home. [VICTIM #1] had fled out of the back and called 911. PFC Roden advised that Miguel’s previous conditional bond was for previous family violence charges against [VICTIM #1] and [REDACTED BY AGENCY] had today been placed into a state of fear when Miguel had returned and was violently breaking down the door to their home.
PFC Roden sent a community request to [VICTIM #1] to upload photos/video of the incident to Axon evidence. I then transported Miguel to the Floyd County Jail where he was booked in on his charges without incident. While reviewing Miguel’s information, I observed that he was also a suspended driver and that his vehicle had suspended registration and no valid insurance.
[End of Narrative]
[NARRATIVE #2 on April 20, 2026]
On April 20, 2026 Officers were dispatched to [REDACTED] in reference to a domestic dispute. The male, Miguel Bogarin, was said to have broken the door down. He had left the scene in a gray Acura. While en route, PFC Blankenship located the vehicle and Mr. Bogarin. He detained him while I went to the address. Upon arrival, I made contact with the complainant, [VICTIM #1].
I observed obvious forced entry to the residence. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that Mr. Bogarin forced his way through the door. She then ran out the back door of the residence and called 911. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that the door would cost over $500.00 to fix. MS. [VICTIM #1] also stated that her wallet was on the dryer when it was taken by Mr. Bogarin.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
4/24/26
DEFENSE FILES FIRST MOTION FOR BOND — CASE NO. 26PI00167-4
What this means: Attorney Nicha Rakpanichmanee filed a Motion for Bond on behalf of Miguel Angel Bogarin, asking the Floyd County Superior Court to set a bail amount so the defendant could be released from jail while the case moved forward. At the time of filing, no bond had been set since his April 20 arrest.
4/28/26
JUDGE ISSUES RULE NISI — BOND HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 4/30/26
What this means: Judge Kay Ann King of Floyd County Superior Court issued a Rule Nisi — a court order directing the State of Georgia to appear and show cause why the bond motion should not be granted. The order scheduled a bond hearing for April 30, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Floyd County Courthouse. A Rule Nisi is essentially the court’s way of putting the hearing on the calendar and formally notifying the prosecution that it must respond.
5/1/26
NEW DEFENSE ATTORNEY ENTERS THE CASE — LUKE MARTIN SUBSTITUTES IN FOR MIGUEL ANGEL BOGARIN
What this means: Attorney Luke Martin of Bratcher Martin, LLP filed a Notice of Substitution of Counsel in Floyd County Superior Court, replacing prior defense attorney Nicha Rakpanichmanee as the attorney of record for Miguel Angel Bogarin in case number 26PI00167-4. The substitution was served on the Floyd County District Attorney’s Office by hand delivery and on the outgoing attorney by email. Luke Martin is based in Rome, Georgia.
5/7/26
BOND HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 5/14/26 — RULE NISI ISSUED
What this means: Judge Kay Ann King of Floyd County Superior Court issued a Rule Nisi scheduling a bond hearing for Miguel Angel Bogarin on May 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Courtroom C of the Floyd County Superior Court. The order was prepared by defense attorney Luke Martin of Bratcher Martin, LLP.
5/14/26
DEFENSE WITHDRAWS BOND MOTION — MOTION DISMISSED BY JUDGE KING
What this means: A bond hearing was scheduled for May 14, 2026, in Floyd County Superior Court, but when the hearing was called, defense attorney Luke Martin withdrew the Motion for Bond on behalf of Miguel Angel Bogarin. Judge Kay Ann King then entered an order formally dismissing the motion. This means the court did not rule on whether bond should be granted — the defense pulled the request before the judge could decide. Miguel Angel Bogarin remained in custody without bond.
6/24/26
DEFENSE FILES SECOND MOTION FOR BOND — CASE NO. 26PI00167-4
What this means: Defense attorney Luke Martin filed a new Motion for Bond on behalf of Miguel Angel Bogarin, again asking Floyd County Superior Court to set a reasonable bail amount. The motion noted that Bogarin had been in custody since his April 20, 2026 arrest and that no bond had been set. The defense argued he posed no significant risk of intimidating witnesses or obstructing the administration of justice while the case was pending.
6/25/26
BOND HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 7/2/26 — RULE NISI ISSUED BY JUDGE KING
What this means: Judge Kay Ann King of Floyd County Superior Court issued a Rule Nisi setting a bond hearing for Miguel Angel Bogarin on July 2, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Courtroom C. The order was filed June 25, 2026, and prepared by defense attorney Luke Martin. This was the court’s formal scheduling of the hearing on the second bond motion.
7/2/26
JUDGE KING DENIES BOND FOR MIGUEL ANGEL BOGARIN — DEFENDANT REMAINS IN CUSTODY
What this means: Judge Kay Ann King of Floyd County Superior Court held a bond hearing on July 2, 2026, and issued an Order Denying Bond for Miguel Angel Bogarin in case number 26CR01180-4. Miguel Angel Bogarin will remain jailed in Floyd County while the criminal charges proceed.
7/10/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT — 11 COUNTS FILED AGAINST MIGUEL ANGEL BOGARIN
What this means: A Floyd County grand jury returned a true bill of indictment against Miguel Angel Bogarin during the May Term 2026, filed in Floyd County Superior Court on July 10, 2026, under case number 26CR01180-4. District Attorney Leigh E. Patterson prosecuted on behalf of the State. The indictment charges Bogarin with eleven counts, all allegedly occurring on or about April 20, 2026, in Floyd County.
Count 1 — Burglary in the First Degree (Felony): Bogarin is accused of unlawfully entering the dwelling of another person without authority and with the intent to commit theft, in violation of O.C.G.A. § 16-7-1(b).
Count 2 — Burglary in the First Degree (Felony): Bogarin is accused of a second act of unlawful entry into a dwelling without authority and with the intent to commit aggravated stalking, in violation of O.C.G.A. § 16-7-1(b).
Count 3 — Aggravated Stalking (Felony): Bogarin is accused of following, placing under surveillance, and contacting a person without her consent for the purpose of harassing and intimidating her, in violation of a condition of pretrial release that prohibited such behavior, in violation of O.C.G.A. § 16-5-91.
Count 4 — Criminal Damage to Property in the Second Degree (Felony): Bogarin is accused of intentionally damaging a door belonging to another person, without her consent, by forcing it open while it was locked, causing damage exceeding $500.00, in violation of O.C.G.A. § 16-7-23.
Count 5 — Cruelty to Children in the First Degree (Felony): Bogarin is accused of maliciously causing a child under the age of 18 cruel and excessive mental pain by forcing open the door of her home and scaring her with his alleged violent behavior, in violation of O.C.G.A. § 16-5-70.
Count 6 — Tampering with Evidence (Misdemeanor): Bogarin is accused of knowingly concealing physical evidence — specifically a wallet and keys — related to the prosecution of a theft by taking offense, with intent to obstruct that prosecution, in violation of O.C.G.A. § 16-10-94.
Count 7 — Driving on Suspended, Canceled, or Revoked Registration (Misdemeanor): Bogarin is accused of knowingly driving a 2008 gray Acura with tag SJH6075 on North 2nd Ave. at a time when the vehicle’s registration was suspended, in violation of O.C.G.A. § 40-6-15.
Count 8 — Driving While License Suspended (Misdemeanor): Bogarin is accused of driving a motor vehicle on North 2nd Ave. at a time when his driving privilege had been suspended by the Department of Driver Services and he had not obtained a valid license, in violation of O.C.G.A. § 40-5-121.
Count 9 — Theft by Taking (Misdemeanor): Bogarin is accused of unlawfully taking a wallet, debit card, and keys — property valued at less than $1,500.00 — with the intent to deprive the owner of that property, in violation of O.C.G.A. § 16-8-2.
Count 10 — Cruelty to Children in the Third Degree (Misdemeanor): Bogarin is accused of committing a forcible felony — specifically burglary and aggravated stalking — while being the primary aggressor, with knowledge that a child under the age of 18 was present to see and hear the act, in violation of O.C.G.A. § 16-5-70(d).
Count 11 — Operating a Vehicle Without Insurance (Misdemeanor): Bogarin is accused of operating a motor vehicle on North 2nd Ave. without maintaining the required liability insurance coverage, in violation of O.C.G.A. § 40-6-10(b).
7/13/26
MIGUEL ANGEL BOGARIN WAIVES ARRAIGNMENT — PLEADS NOT GUILTY IN FLOYD COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT
What this means: Defense attorney Luke Martin filed an Entry of Appearance and Waiver of Arraignment in Floyd County Superior Court on July 13, 2026, in case number 26CR01180-4. By waiving arraignment, Miguel Angel Bogarin gave up his right to appear in open court to hear the charges read aloud, and instead entered a formal plea of Not Guilty in writing. This is a common and routine step that moves the case forward without requiring a separate court appearance just for the arraignment. The document was hand-delivered to the Floyd County District Attorney’s Office.
7/13/26
DEFENSE FILES DEMAND FOR DISCOVERY — REQUESTS EVIDENCE FROM THE STATE
What this means: Defense attorney Luke Martin filed a Demand for Discovery and Exculpatory Material in Floyd County Superior Court on July 13, 2026, in case number 26CR01180-4. This is a formal legal request requiring the State to turn over evidence it intends to use against Miguel Angel Bogarin. The demand covers a broad range of materials, including the indictment and witness list, written and oral statements made by the defendant while in custody, scientific reports, witness statements, video recordings such as law enforcement dash and body camera footage, any evidence of prior bad acts the State plans to introduce at trial, materials used to refresh a witness’s memory, the identity of any confidential informants, and any evidence that could help prove Bogarin’s innocence — known legally as Brady material. The defense also opted into reciprocal discovery, meaning it agreed to share certain evidence with the State in exchange. The demand was hand-delivered to the Floyd County District Attorney’s Office.
7/13/26
DEFENSE FILES PRELIMINARY MOTION TO SUPPRESS EVIDENCE — CASE NO. 26CR01180-4
What this means: Defense attorney Luke Martin filed a Preliminary Motion to Suppress in Floyd County Superior Court on July 13, 2026, asking the court to throw out evidence that the defense claims was illegally obtained by law enforcement during the investigation of this case. The motion argues that any evidence gathered through an unlawful detention, search, or seizure — in violation of the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and corresponding Georgia law — should not be allowed at trial. The motion also asks the court to suppress any statements made by Miguel Angel Bogarin that were obtained in violation of his Miranda rights. The defense noted that it had not yet received full discovery from the State and asked the court for the opportunity to add more specific details to the motion once that evidence is provided. A hearing would need to be scheduled for the judge to rule on this motion.
8/21/26
ARRAIGNMENT HEARING SCHEDULED FOR MIGUEL ANGEL BOGARIN — FLOYD COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT
What this means: An arraignment hearing has been scheduled for Miguel Angel Bogarin on August 21, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Floyd County Superior Court in case number 26CR01180-4. At an arraignment hearing, the defendant is formally informed of the charges against him, advised of his rights, and given the opportunity to enter a plea. Although Miguel Angel Bogarin previously waived his right to a formal arraignment on July 13, 2026, and entered a Not Guilty plea in writing, this scheduled hearing may address other matters such as pretrial motions, discovery issues, or case management before trial.