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Name:
Chavero Ruiz, Gerardo
Date of Booking:
02/02/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED STALKING
AGGRAVATED STALKING
SEXUAL BATTERY – MISDEMEANOR
Officer’s Narrative:
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On January 9, 2025, I, Deputy Cooper, badge #521, was assigned to the Gilmer County Sheriff’s Office UPD. I was dispatched at approximately 01:24 hours to a trespass at [700 BLOCK] Orchard Road. I responded code 1, non-emergency (no lights/ no sirens).
I arrived at the residence at approximately 01:28 hours. I met with [VICTIM #1] and [WITNESS #1]. While speaking with the two, Ms. [WITNESS #1] had to interpret for Ms. [VICTIM #1]. Ms. [WITNESS #1] stated that Gerardo Chavero-Ruiz entered into the home, walked into Ms. [VICTIM #1]’s room and took three hundred (300) dollars out of her purse, and then left the residence. Ms. [WITNESS #1] was able to confirm that Mr. Ruiz did enter the residence without permission.
While asking Ms. [VICTIM #1] for more information on Mr. Ruiz, she handed me a victim’s notification form with Mr. Ruiz’s name on it from an incident back in 2024. Cpl. Sawyer asked dispatch if Mr. Ruiz had bond conditions involving Ms. [VICTIM #1]. Dispatch advised that Mr. Ruiz had no contact bond conditions involving Ms. [VICTIM #1].
Due to Mr. Ruiz violating his bond conditions involving Ms. [VICTIM #1], I issued a warrant for Aggravated Stalking (OCGA 16-5-91), (FVA) since Mr. Ruiz entered the residence of Ms. [VICTIM #1] without permission, and violated his bond conditions.
I gave Ms. [VICTIM #1] a victim’s pamphlet with my name and badge number, today’s date, case number, Vine pamphlet, and Victim’s notification form. I informed Ms. [VICTIM #1] that if she wanted a copy of the report, they could obtain one from the Gilmer County ADC in 5- 7 business days.
After Cpl. Sawyer and I left the residence, Sgt. Humphries, Cpl. Sawyer, Deputy Ledford, Deputy Parks, and I attempted to locate Mr. Ruiz at [400 BLOCK] Old Ridge Road and [300 BLOCK] Yukon Alley, known addresses where he would be staying. We were unable to locate Mr. Ruiz at either location.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
2/2/26
GERARDO CHAVERO RUIZ BOOKED INTO CUSTODY
What this means: Gerardo Chavero Ruiz was taken into custody in Gilmer County on this date. At the time of booking, he was facing charges of aggravated stalking and sexual battery. An arrest marks the beginning of the formal court process — charges had not yet been formally filed by a grand jury at this stage.
2/5/26
RULE NISI ISSUED — BOND HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: Judge H. Alison Sosebee of Gilmer County Superior Court issued a Rule Nisi, which is a court order requiring Gerardo Chavero Ruiz to appear before the court for a bond hearing. The hearing was scheduled for February 10, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. The case at this point carried Warrant Nos. 26-65FW, 26-75FW, and 26-76MW. The document was filed under case number SUW2026000017.
2/10/26
BOND HEARING HELD — PUBLIC DEFENDER APPOINTED, HEARING CONTINUED
What this means: Gerardo Chavero Ruiz appeared before Gilmer County Superior Court for his scheduled bond hearing. At this hearing, the court appointed a public defender to represent him. The bond hearing was not resolved that day and was continued — meaning postponed — to March 10, 2026.
2/13/26
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE FILED — CLINTON S. HOOKER APPOINTED AS DEFENSE COUNSEL
What this means: Clinton S. Hooker of the Office of the Circuit Public Defender for the Appalachian Judicial Circuit formally entered his appearance as attorney of record for Gerardo Chavero Ruiz in Gilmer County Superior Court. This filing officially placed Hooker on record as the defendant’s legal representative. The document was filed under case number SUW2026000017.
3/10/26
BOND HEARING CONTINUED
What this means: The bond hearing for Gerardo Chavero Ruiz was held as scheduled in Gilmer County Superior Court but was not resolved. The hearing was continued to March 18, 2026.
3/18/26
BOND HEARING CONTINUED
What this means: The bond hearing for Gerardo Chavero Ruiz was held again in Gilmer County Superior Court but was again not resolved. The hearing was continued to March 27, 2026.
3/27/26
BOND HEARING CONTINUED
What this means: The bond hearing for Gerardo Chavero Ruiz was held in Gilmer County Superior Court and was once again continued — this time to April 28, 2026.
4/16/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT — 4 COUNTS FILED AGAINST GERARDO CHAVERO RUIZ
What this means: During the April Term 2026, a Gilmer County grand jury formally indicted Gerardo Chavero Ruiz on four counts, meaning a panel of citizens reviewed the evidence and determined there was enough to proceed to trial. The case was assigned case number 2026CR-96. The four counts are as follows:
Count 1 accuses Gerardo Chavero Ruiz of Criminal Attempt to Commit the Felony of Forcible Rape, under O.C.G.A. §§ 16-4-1 and 16-8-1. This means he is accused of allegedly attempting to commit forcible rape but not completing the act.
Count 2 accuses Gerardo Chavero Ruiz of Sexual Battery under O.C.G.A. § 16-6-22.1(b), which involves allegedly making physical contact of an intimate nature with another person without their consent.
Count 3 accuses Gerardo Chavero Ruiz of Aggravated Stalking under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-91, which involves allegedly following, surveilling, or contacting another person in violation of a court order or in a manner intended to intimidate or harass.
Count 4 accuses Gerardo Chavero Ruiz of Theft by Taking under O.C.G.A. § 16-8-2, which means he is accused of allegedly taking property belonging to another person with the intent to deprive them of it.
The indictment was presented by District Attorney Frank E. Wood, III of the Appalachian Circuit. Witnesses listed include Buck Vaughn from the District Attorney’s Office and Dustin Cooper from the Gilmer County Sheriff’s Office.
4/28/26
BOND HEARING HELD — CONSENT BOND AGREEMENT REACHED
What this means: The bond hearing for Gerardo Chavero Ruiz was held in Gilmer County Superior Court. At this hearing, the prosecution and defense reached an agreement on bond terms by consent, meaning both sides agreed rather than the court having to decide after a contested hearing. A formal bond order was to be filed following the hearing.
5/13/26
NOTICE OF MOTIONS FILED BY DEFENSE
What this means: Attorney David B. Marvel of the Office of the Circuit Public Defender filed a Notice of Motions on behalf of Gerardo Chavero Ruiz in Gilmer County Superior Court, case number 2026CR-96. These are standard pre-trial motions submitted to the District Attorney’s Office for the Appalachian Judicial Circuit. The motions filed include:
A motion reserving the right to file additional motions as the case develops.
A motion for pretrial disclosure of evidence of independent and separate offenses, wrongs, or acts — asking the prosecution to reveal in advance any prior bad acts or other incidents they intend to use against Chavero Ruiz at trial.
A motion to reveal any deal or agreement between the State and any witness — requiring the prosecution to disclose if any witness has been promised anything in exchange for their testimony.
A discovery motion requiring the prosecution to disclose evidence favorable to the defendant under the legal standard established in Brady v. Maryland — meaning any evidence that could help prove innocence or reduce culpability must be turned over.
A motion indicating the defendant opts in to full disclosure of all evidence, including exculpatory and mitigating evidence, and elects to proceed under O.C.G.A. §§ 17-16-2 and 17-16-20, which govern Georgia’s reciprocal criminal discovery process.
A motion to set dates for production or disclosure of discoverable material or information.
5/26/26
WAIVER OF ARRAIGNMENT FILED — NOT GUILTY PLEA ENTERED
What this means: Through his attorney Clinton S. Hooker, Gerardo Chavero Ruiz waived — meaning voluntarily gave up — his right to a formal arraignment hearing in Gilmer County Superior Court, case number 2026CR-96. In place of appearing in court for arraignment, Chavero Ruiz entered a plea of not guilty to all charges filed against him. This is a routine step that moves the case forward toward pre-trial proceedings without requiring a separate court appearance.
5/27/26
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR BOND RELEASE BY CONSENT ORDERED
What this means: Gilmer County Superior Court issued a bond release order for Gerardo Chavero Ruiz in case number 2026CR-96, allowing him to be released from custody pending trial. The bond was agreed to by both the prosecution and defense. The order included special conditions that Chavero Ruiz must follow while released, which are standard requirements designed to ensure he appears in court and complies with the law.
6/2/26
ARRAIGNMENT HEARING — WAIVER OF ARRAIGNMENT ACKNOWLEDGED
What this means: An arraignment was scheduled for Gerardo Chavero Ruiz in Gilmer County Superior Court at 11:00 a.m. A waiver of arraignment had been filed, meaning Chavero Ruiz chose not to appear in person for the formal arraignment proceeding and instead entered his plea of not guilty in writing through his attorney.