Overview
- GBI charged Michael Steffman, 49, with violating his oath, stalking, harassing communications, and multiple counts of misusing automated license plate recognition systems.
- The arrest followed a months-long investigation opened at the request of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office.
- Steffman was booked into the Jackson County Jail and later released on $13,000 bail.
- Hours before the arrest, Town Manager Jennifer Scott announced his retirement and named Captain Zack Tiller interim chief.
- Authorities have not said how many people were affected or how long the alleged misuse occurred, and town officials stressed continued focus on public safety.