Former Albertville Police Officer Arrested
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.