Tammy Jackson pleads guilty to simple battery on police officer in Clayton County Court

Tammy Jackson will serve 90 days in jail after pleading guilty to simple battery on a police officer during a court hearing on May 20, 2025. The court accepted her plea, nullifying the disorderly conduct charge against her.

The incident occurred on April 18, 2025, when deputies from the Clayton County Sheriff's Department were transporting Jackson to Southern Regional Medical Center. After expressing discomfort with her restraints, Jackson reportedly began spitting on the deputies when they refused to loosen them.

As part of her sentence, Jackson will serve 90 days in custody, with the remaining 12-month sentence suspended, provided she does not violate any laws in Georgia during that time. She has been in custody since the incident and is also facing a separate felony charge with a court date set for June 23, 2025.

The court proceedings concluded with no further discussions, and the judge emphasized the importance of adhering to the law moving forward. The meeting also included mentions of upcoming submissions regarding other cases, indicating ongoing judicial activity in the area.