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Marshall County District Attorney's Office

Responsible for prosecuting all felonies and certain misdemeanors committed in Marshall County, AL.
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09/01/2026

💡 September is Attendance Awareness Month! 💡

Every school day matters. Strong attendance helps students stay engaged, keep up with their learning, and build the foundation they need for success throughout the school year.

Did you know that missing just 2 days of school each month, whether excused or unexcused, can add up quickly? Over the course of a school year, frequent absences can make it harder for students to keep up with their classmates and stay on track academically.

Families can help support good attendance by:
✅ Making daily, on-time attendance a priority
✅ Creating consistent morning and bedtime routines
✅ Preparing clothes, backpacks, and other necessities the night before
✅ Scheduling doctor and dental appointments outside of school hours when possible
✅ Turning in absence notes promptly
✅ Keeping track of absences throughout the year

The Helping Families Initiative (HFI) is committed to working alongside families and schools to help students overcome barriers to attendance and stay connected to the classroom.

As we recognize Attendance Awareness Month, let’s work together to make every school day count! 🎒📚🍎

08/28/2026

Happy Birthday to our Assistant Chief Investigator, Jimmy Miller! 🎉 Jimmy's dedication, leadership, and commitment to serving the citizens of Marshall County make him an invaluable part of our team, and we're grateful for everything he does.

We're also proud to celebrate an incredible accomplishment outside the office. Congratulations to Jimmy and his mule, Red, on earning World Grand Champion and High Point Mule honors at the American Gaited Mule Association World Championship! What an outstanding achievement.

Please join us in wishing Jimmy a very happy birthday and congratulating him on his well-deserved success. We hope you have a fantastic day, Jimmy!

08/27/2026

The Marshall County District Attorney’s Office would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the Marshall County Legislative Delegation for their generous support of our Helping Families Initiative (HFI) through a $4,000 contribution.

This funding will directly support HFI’s work with local students and families, helping address barriers that can lead to chronic absenteeism and connecting families with the resources and support they need to keep children in school and on the path to success.

We are grateful for our legislative delegation’s continued investment in the families of Marshall County. Support like this allows HFI to reach more families, provide meaningful assistance, and make a lasting difference in our community.

Thank you, Sen. Wes Kitchens, Rep. Brock Colvin, and Rep. Jeana Ross, for supporting the Helping Families Initiative and the families we serve! 💙

08/26/2026

🐾 Happy National Dog Day! Today, we’re celebrating some very special four-legged heroes! From hardworking K9 officers who help keep our communities safe to therapy dogs who bring comfort, support, and plenty of smiles, these amazing dogs make a difference every day. 🐕

And, of course, we’re celebrating all the beloved dogs who make our lives a little happier! ❤️

Share a photo of your furry friend in the comments below. We’d love to see them! 🐾

📸 Albertville-AL Police Department

08/17/2026

📚 School is back in session, and showing up each day is the first step toward a successful school year!

The Helping Families Initiative works hand-in-hand with our local schools and parents to help students stay in class, stay on track, and get the support they need to succeed.

One simple way parents can help? Turn in those excuses! 📝 If your child misses a day of school, please remember to submit a doctor’s note or parent excuse. You can send it to school with your student or email it directly to your school’s attendance clerk.

Every day a student is in school is another opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. When absences happen, turning in an excuse is one small part of working together to keep students on track and in the classroom.

Here’s to a great school year! 💙📚 🍎📓✏️

08/13/2026

Marshall County Jury Convicts Union Grove Man of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals

Marshall County District Attorney Jennifer Bray announced that a jury returned a guilty verdict this afternoon against John Bannan of Union Grove for Aggravated Cruelty to Animals. The prosecution was represented by Assistant District Attorneys Riley Chandler and Adam Culbert. Circuit Judge Matt Elliott presided over the trial.

Evidence at trial established that Bannan called Jack, an elderly Australian Shepherd pictured below, over to him before grabbing him by the fur and violently slamming him onto the pavement and beating him, an act captured on video. Bannan then shot Jack, disposed of his body, and later lied to investigators about the last time he had seen the dog. Bannan ultimately admitted his actions while testifying at trial but argued they were justified because Jack was on his property.

Testimony, including from Bannan himself, established that Jack was a well-loved dog who had never previously gotten out of his yard and posed no threat to Bannan, his livestock, or anyone else when Bannan chose to brutally kill him.

“Mr. Bannan had any number of reasonable options available to him. He could have taken Jack home, called a neighbor, or simply let him go,” Bray said. “What he could not do was torture and kill a harmless dog simply because that dog wandered onto his property. As ADA Culbert told the jury in closing, the law in Alabama is not ‘Bannan law,’ meaning you cannot simply torture or kill a dog because it comes onto your property.”

This office was honored to represent Jack and obtain this verdict for his loving owners. “I’m incredibly proud of ADA Chandler and ADA Culbert for their preparation and commitment to this case. Cases involving cruelty to animals matter, and they treated this case with the seriousness it deserved.” This office also thanks the Marshall County Sheriff's Office, particularly Inv. Chris Young, for its investigation.

Bannan will be sentenced at a later date.

08/11/2026

Happy Birthday to Investigator Paul Evans! 🎉 We hope you have a great day and wish you a wonderful year ahead. Thank you for all you do for the Marshall County District Attorney's Office and the citizens of Marshall County.

Happy Birthday, Paul! 🎂

08/08/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Marshall County District Attorney Jennifer Bray Announces Arrest of Former Albertville Police Officer Following Investigation into Misuse of ACJIS/LETS

Earlier this week, at the request of the Albertville Police Department (APD), the Marshall County District Attorney’s Office conducted an independent investigation into former APD Officer Jeremy Hannah’s alleged misuse of law enforcement databases. APD placed Officer Hannah on administrative leave with pay while the investigation was conducted.

The investigation revealed that Officer Hannah improperly accessed law enforcement databases. Most significantly, investigators determined he accessed the Alabama Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) Law Enforcement Tactical System (LETS) and conducted searches of his ex-spouse and one of her close family members on multiple occasions without any legitimate law enforcement or public safety purpose.

The findings of the investigation were immediately provided to APD. Upon receipt of those findings, the department promptly began terminating Officer Hannah’s employment.

As a result of the investigation, Hannah was arrested yesterday and charged with two offenses arising from his unauthorized use of ACJIS/LETS. One count is a violation of the Alabama Digital Crimes Act, a Class B felony. He was also charged under Title 41 of the Alabama Code for the unauthorized use of the system, an unclassified offense punishable by up to five years in prison. This case will be presented to a Marshall County Grand Jury, where additional charges are possible. Hannah is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

I want to commend Marshall County District Attorney’s Office Assistant Chief Investigator Jimmy Miller and Commander Justin Dake for their diligent and professional work throughout this investigation. I also appreciate the cooperation and assistance provided by APD and ALEA.

The actions of one officer should never define the many honorable men and women who wear the badge in Marshall County. Every day, law enforcement officers throughout our county faithfully serve with integrity and professionalism. The misconduct uncovered in this investigation is an unfortunate exception, not the rule.

The public entrusts law enforcement officers with access to sensitive information solely to protect the public and enforce the law. Misusing that access for personal reasons is a serious breach of the public’s trust, and my office will not tolerate it. The strongest support we can provide to the overwhelming majority of honorable officers is to hold accountable those who abuse the authority entrusted to them. Doing so protects the integrity of the badge and preserves public confidence. I hope this sends a clear message that misuse of law enforcement databases will be thoroughly investigated and, where appropriate, prosecuted. The citizens of Marshall County expect nothing less.

08/03/2026

August is Child Support Awareness Month! We are proud to recognize the outstanding work of our Child Support Unit and their commitment to helping families throughout the 27th Judicial Circuit.

Address

424 Blount Avenue, Suite 208
Guntersville, AL
35976

Telephone

+12565828113

Website

https://marshallda.org/

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