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Name:
Otyson, Jeff William
Date of Booking:
08/20/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT UPON A POLICE OFFICER
POSSESSION OF FIREARM OR KNIFE DURING CRIME
SIMPLE BATTERY
GRAND JURY ARREST WARRANT
Officer’s Narrative:
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[NARRATIVE #1 on February 17, 2026]
On 02/17/2026 at approximately 2326 hours, the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a possible domestic dispute at [4300 BLOCK] Peach Orchard Road.
Upon arrival, Deputy Kevin Clarke announced he was with the Sheriff’s Office and made contact with Jeff Otyson at the front door of the residence. Otyson was holding a Palmetto Arms PA-15 rifle, .300 Blackout caliber (SN: DCSF936560), in his right hand. Deputy Clarke issued multiple verbal commands for Otyson to place the rifle on the ground. Otyson ignored the commands and pointed the firearm directly at Deputy Clarke.
In response, Deputy Clarke discharged his service weapon in self-defense, striking Otyson at least once in the abdomen. Otyson was transported to Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center for treatment of his gunshot wound. According to Dr. [REDACTED], Otyson is currently listed in stable condition.
[End of Narrative]
[NARRATIVE #2 on August 20, 2026]
Deputy Alvin Jones picked up Jeff Otyson from Rabun County Detention Center in Tiger Georgia and transported him to CBWDC in Augusta Georgia without incident. Warrant verified by Ms. [REDACTED] Records Clerk.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
6/16/26
GRAND JURY ARREST WARRANT ISSUED
What this means: A grand jury in Richmond County issued an arrest warrant for Jeff William Otyson. This warrant authorized law enforcement to arrest the defendant based on probable cause that he committed the crimes under investigation.
6/16/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT
What this means: A grand jury in Richmond County returned an indictment against Jeff William Otyson. An indictment means the grand jury found probable cause that the defendant committed the crimes under investigation and the case will proceed to trial in Richmond Superior Court.
8/24/26
GRAND JURY ARREST WARRANT EXECUTED
What this means: The arrest warrant issued on 6/16/26 was executed, and Jeff William Otyson was taken into custody. He was booked into Richmond County custody on 8/20/2026.
8/24/26
NOTICE OF LEAD PROSECUTOR FILED
What this means: The State filed a notice identifying the lead prosecutor assigned to the case against Jeff William Otyson in Richmond Superior Court, Case No. 2026RCCR00658.
8/26/26
DEFENDANT’S ELECTION TO PROCEED UNDER O.C.G.A. SECTION 17-16-1 ET SEQ. AND CONSOLIDATED MOTIONS AND DEMANDS FOR DISCOVERY FILED
What this means: Jeff William Otyson filed notice of his election to proceed under Georgia’s discovery rules and filed consolidated motions and demands for discovery, statements, scientific reports, and other enumerated motions. This means the defendant is requesting that the State provide him with evidence, witness statements, lab reports, and other materials relevant to his defense.
8/27/26
MOTION FOR BOND HEARING FILED
What this means: Jeff William Otyson filed a motion requesting a bond hearing. This motion asks the court to hold a hearing where the defendant can present arguments for his release from custody pending trial, either on his own recognizance or with conditions such as bail or bond.
8/28/26
NOTICE OF BOND HEARING
What this means: The court scheduled a bond hearing in the case of Jeff William Otyson. The notice informs the parties of the date and time the hearing will take place, where the defendant and the State will present arguments regarding whether he should be released from custody pending trial and under what conditions.
9/11/26
ARA ARRAIGNMENT ADDENDUM SCHEDULED FOR 9:00 AM
What this means: An arraignment addendum hearing is scheduled for 9:11/26 at 9:00 AM in Richmond Superior Court. At this hearing, Jeff William Otyson will be informed of the charges against him, advised of his rights, and asked to enter a plea. An addendum typically addresses matters that were not completed at an earlier arraignment or clarifies the charges and proceedings.
10/16/26
MOTION CALENDAR HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 9:00 AM
What this means: A motion calendar hearing is scheduled for 10/16/26 at 9:00 AM in Richmond Superior Court. At this hearing, the court will consider and rule on pending motions filed by the defendant and the State in the case of Jeff William Otyson, including his discovery demands and any other motions related to the charges of aggravated assault upon a police officer, possession of a firearm or knife during the commission of a crime, and simple battery.