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Name:
Green, Emmanuel Ramon
Date of Booking:
04/25/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
DUI 1ST OFFENSE
HEAD/TAIL LIGHT REQUIRMENTS
Officer’s Narrative:
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On 04/25/2026 at approximately 0227 hours, I was patrolling the area of E. Hendry Street, approaching Ga. 38. I observed a Dodge Charger traveling behind me with no headlights on. I observed the Charger to only have it’s daytime running lights on. I pulled to the shoulder of the roadway, to allow the Charger to pass me. Once the red Dodge Charger passed me, I activated my emergency equipment to initiate a traffic stop, as we were turning westbound onto Ga. 38. The Charger turned onto Ryon Avenue and came to a complete stop.
I approached on the driver’s side and made contact with the driver, Emmanuel Green. I introduced myself and explained the reason for the traffic stop. Mr. Green advised that his headlights mess up sometimes, and don’t work properly. I observed the headlight switch to be turned to just the daytime running lights, not to the headlights. While speaking with Mr. Green, I observed the odor commonly associated with that of an alcoholic beverage emitting from within the vehicle. I also observed Mr. Green to have bloodshot and watery eyes.
I asked Mr. Green if he consumed any alcoholic beverages tonight. Mr. Green stated that he went to Frozen and had one drink around 2400 hours. Mr. Green advised that it was a Tequila Sunrise that he had to drink. Mr. Green provided me a Georgia driver’s license and I went back to my patrol vehicle.
I reapproached the vehicle on the driver’s side and requested Mr. Green to exit. Once Mr. Green exited his vehicle, he asked if he could take his shoes off because they were hurting his feet. While Mr. Green was removing his shoes, I observed him to use his vehicle for balance. I told Mr. Green to go to the front of my patrol vehicle, so I could conduct a DUI investigation. Mr. Green advised again that he drank one Tequila Sunrise and that he is a “lightweight”, and that he does not really drink. I asked Mr. Green if he would participate in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing. Mr. Green agreed to participate in testing.
Testing was conducted in a asphalt parking lot. Mr. Green was barefooted during testing. Lighting consisted of street lights, vehicle headlights and my flashlight. All test were properly explained, with Mr. Green verbally acknowledging that he understood each test, before he began a test. All appropriate medical questions were asked.
1st. test conducted, Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus. Equal pupil size and equal tracking were present. 6 out of 6 clues observed.
1.) Lack of smooth pursuit, both eyes.
2.) Distinct and sustained Nystagmus at maximum deviation, both eyes.
3.) Onset of Nystagmus prior to a 45 degree angle, both eyes.
2nd. test conducted, Walk and Turn. 4 out of 8 clues observed.
1.) Stopped walking.
2.) Missed heel to toe.
3.) Improper turn.
4.) Incorrect number of steps. Mr. Green took 10 steps on his first set of 9 steps.
3rd. test conducted, One Leg Stand. 1 out of 4 clues observed.
1.) Swayed while balancing.
After testing was completed, I asked Mr. Green if he would provide a breath sample on my Preliminary Breath Tester. Mr. Green agreed to the sample. The sample showed positive for Ethyl alcohol (0.098). Based off the clues I observed from Mr. Green and the SFST clues, I determined him to be under the influence of alcohol and unsafe to operate a motor vehicle. Mr. Green was placed under arrest in a set of double locked handcuffs, which were checked for proper fitment. I immediately read Mr. Green Georgia Implied Consent Notice for Suspects Aged 21 or Over, from my green card.
I requested Mr. Green to submit to the state administered chemical test of his breath. Mr. Green verbally agreed to the state test. Mr. Green was searched incident to arrest, with no contraband being located. I glanced in the windows and did not observe any open containers in plain view, a search of the vehicle, to check for sources of intoxication was not conducted, due to not having another Deputy on scene with me.
Mr. Green requested [REDACTED BY AGENCY] take possession of his vehicle. Once [REDACTED BY AGENCY] arrived on scene, the vehicle was released to her. I transported Mr. Green to the Liberty County Jail, where I operated the Intoxilyzer 9000 (permit #: 953546). Mr. Green provided the 2 samples. Mr. Green’s BrAC returned at 0.115. Mr. Green was turned over to jail staff on the charges of driving under the influence and headlight requirements.
A search of the rear transport area of my patrol vehicle was conducted prior to and after transport, with no contraband being located.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
4/25/26
SURETY BOND SET — EMMANUEL RAMON GREEN RELEASED ON BOND
What this means: Emmanuel Ramon Green was released from custody after a surety bond — a bond backed by a bonding company — was posted in the amount of $1,818.00 through Fussell Bonding. The bond was signed and sealed on April 25, 2026, in Liberty County. As a condition of the bond, Green is required to appear before the Liberty County State Court on his next scheduled court date. If he fails to appear, the bond becomes void.
6/18/26
ATTORNEY ENTERS APPEARANCE FOR EMMANUEL RAMON GREEN
What this means: Attorney Juanita M. Holsey of The Holsey Law Firm, LLC formally notified the Liberty County State Court that she is representing Emmanuel Ramon Green in case number STSR2026002328. This filing, called an Entry of Appearance, means all future court notices must be sent to her. The prosecuting attorney on the case is Solicitor Chestley N. Merritt, Jr., based in Hinesville, Georgia. The document was e-filed with the Liberty County State Court Clerk on June 18, 2026.
7/7/26
CRIMINAL ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED — EMMANUEL RAMON GREEN
What this means: Emmanuel Ramon Green is scheduled to appear for a criminal arraignment at Liberty County State Court on July 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM. An arraignment is a formal court hearing where the defendant is officially informed of the charges against him — in this case, charges including DUI 1st Offense and a headlight/taillight equipment violation — and is asked to enter a plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest. This date also matches the court appearance date listed on Green’s surety bond.
7/7/26
EMMANUEL RAMON GREEN ENTERS GUILTY PLEA — CASE DISPOSED
What this means: Emmanuel Ramon Green appeared before Liberty County State Court on July 7, 2026, and the case was resolved. Here is how each charge was handled:
Count 1 — DUI (O.C.G.A. 40-6-391(a)(1)): Green pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of Disorderly Conduct (O.C.G.A. 16-11-39(a)(1)). The original DUI charge was reduced to disorderly conduct as part of a plea agreement.
Count 2 — Headlights Required/Driving Without Lights at Night (O.C.G.A. 40-8-20): This charge was nolle prossed, meaning the prosecution formally dropped it. It will not be pursued further.
Green was sentenced to 12 months probation. The sentence was signed by the presiding judge on July 7, 2026, in Liberty County, Georgia.