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Name:
Jackson, Javaris Eric
Date of Booking:
06/11/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE/SUPERIOR CT
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE/SUPERIOR CT
POSSESSION OF FIREARM OR KNIFE DURING CRIME
CRUELTY TO CHILDREN IN THE SECOND DEGREE
CRUELTY TO CHILDREN IN THE SECOND DEGREE
CRUELTY TO CHILDREN IN THE SECOND DEGREE
POSSESSION OF METHAMPHETAMINE
POSSESSION OF AMPHETAMINES WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE
TRAFFICKING FENTANYL
POSSESSION OF FIREARM BY CONVICTED FELONS
Officer’s Narrative:
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On June 10, 2026, at 1747 hours, Investigator Johnny Snyder along with the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division and Crime Suppression Team conducted a Search Warrant at 954 Fifth Street Room [REDACTED] Augusta, Georgia (Budgetel Inn & Suites) in reference to a search warrant.
Investigators arrived to the room and announced Sheriff’s Office. After making entry into the room, Inv Snyder observed someone flee into the bathroom. Inside of the bathroom, six (6) individuals were seen. Three of those being small children in the bathtub. Inv Snyder also observed one of the males, later identified as Bromkius Haynes, stuffing something into his pants. As the individuals were being detained and escorted out of the bathroom, Inv Snyder observed the toilet running as if it was just flushed, potentially discarding evidence. The other two males were identified as Javaris Jackson and Rayon Jackson. The three small children were identified as [REDACTED BY AGENCY] (5), [REDACTED BY AGENCY] (7), and [REDACTED BY AGENCY](6).
Investigators conducted their search. The search of Haynes’s person produced a dollar bill with approximately .5 grams of Cocaine stuffed into his crotch area, found by Inv Boyd. By the bathroom sink, Inv Snyder located a plastic bag containing approximately 3.5 grams of marijuana, a pill bottle made out to Robert T Farmer which contained approximately 8 grams of Amphetamine pills (33 Tablets),a piece of wrapped up tin foil which contained approximately 1.3 grams of methamphetamine, a black container with approximately 11.2 grams of fentanyl, and other items related to narcotic distribution, such as plastic bags, a digital scale, spoons, baking soda, and straws. Inside of the drawer located next to the bed was a Smith and Wesson SD4CVE with a serial number of HEX3480 which came back stolen through Aiken County and a bag of ammunition. Behind the drawer were 954 Fifth Street, Augusta Georgia. On the table in the room was documents made out to Javaris Jackson to more tin foil, narcotic residue, and digitals scales. There was also a Pringles can which contained approximately 28.3 grams of Fentanyl, found by Inv Snyder.
Bromkius Haynes was confirmed through records to be a convicted felon, with a conviction date through the Richmond County Superior Court on 03-21-2025 for Purchase, Possession, Manufacture, Distribution, or Sale of Marijuana. Javaris Jackson was also a convicted felon, with a conviction of Failure to Register as a Sex Offender/ Failure to Comply with Requirements/ Provide False Information on 07-20-2011 through the Richmond County Superior Court. Inv Snyder field tested the narcotics, which all came back positive for their respective tests, and were sent to the GBI lab for further testing.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
There are listed co-defendants in this case. Please see Bromkius Dontavious Haynes and Rayon Malik Jackson for additional information.
7/10/26
NOTICE OF LEAD PROSECUTOR FILED
What this means: The State designated its lead prosecutor in the case against Javaris Eric Jackson in Richmond Superior Court, case number 2026RCCR00956. This notice informs the defendant and the court of which prosecutor will be handling the case.
7/13/26
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
What this means: Defense counsel entered an appearance on behalf of Javaris Eric Jackson. This means the defendant’s attorney is now officially representing him in the case.
7/13/26
NOTICE OF DEFENDANT’S ELECTION TO PROCEED AND CONSOLIDATED MOTIONS AND DEMANDS FOR DISCOVERY
What this means: Javaris Eric Jackson’s defense filed notice of his election to proceed with the case and submitted consolidated motions and demands for discovery. Discovery is the process by which both sides exchange evidence and information relevant to the charges.
7/13/26
NOTICE OF LEAD PROSECUTOR FILED
What this means: The State filed a second notice of lead prosecutor designation in the case against Javaris Eric Jackson. This may indicate a change in which prosecutor is assigned to lead the case.
8/21/26
WARRANT DISMISSAL
What this means: A warrant in the case against Javaris Eric Jackson was dismissed. This means a previously issued arrest or search warrant was withdrawn or canceled by the court.
8/25/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT
What this means: A grand jury returned an indictment against Javaris Eric Jackson in Richmond Superior Court, case number 2026RCCR00956. The indictment contains five felony counts: trafficking in fentanyl (violation code 16-13-31(B.1)), possession of a Schedule II controlled substance with intent to distribute (violation code 16-13-30(B)), possession of methamphetamine (violation code 16-13-30(A)), possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony (violation code 16-11-106), and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon (violation code 16-11-131(B)). All charges relate to conduct on 6/10/2026. An indictment is a formal written accusation that a grand jury has determined there is probable cause to believe the defendant committed these crimes.
8/25/26
NOTICE OF SUBSEQUENT INDICTMENT LETTER
What this means: The State filed notice of a subsequent indictment letter regarding Javaris Eric Jackson. This notifies the defendant and the court that an indictment has been returned.
8/27/26
BOND HEARING HELD
What this means: A bond hearing was held for Javaris Eric Jackson at 10:00 AM in Richmond Superior Court. At a bond hearing, the court determines whether the defendant will be released before trial and, if so, under what conditions (such as bail amount, travel restrictions, or other requirements). The outcome of this hearing is not specified in the available information.
9/24/26
ARRAIGNMENT CALENDAR CALL
What this means: An arraignment calendar call is scheduled for Javaris Eric Jackson at 2:00 PM on 9/24/26 in Richmond Superior Court. At an arraignment, the defendant is informed of the charges against him, advised of his rights, and asked to enter a plea. A calendar call is a preliminary court appearance to manage the case schedule and confirm that all parties are ready to proceed.