Rapides Parish DA

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We want to take time to honor the men and women in law enforcement who put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe. 💙

To our officers in Rapides Parish, thank you for all you do.

"BRAVERY is not the absence of fear but ACTION in the face of fear."

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Remember, it's okay not to be okay, and seeking help is a sign of strength. Let's work together to create a world where mental health is treated with the same importance as physical health. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

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#MentalHealthAwareness

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Join us in congratulating Haylee Deville for earning her Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at LSUA. Haylee, your DA family loves you and we're so proud of you. We can't wait to see what you do next! 💜💛💜💛

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On Wednesday, May 10, 2023, Judge Beard sentenced Perry Leon Moses to 7 years in prison for Molestation of a Juvenile. Assistant District Attorney Lea Hall prosecuted the case.

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On Monday, May 8, 2023, Travario Cartez Boyd was convicted and sentenced to a total of 10 years in prison for 2 Counts Possession with Intent/Manf/Dist CDS II and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. Assistant District Attorney Brian Cespiva prosecuted the case.

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On Tuesday, May 9, 2023, Jacob Martin Michot was sentenced to 25 years in prison for 3rd Degree Rape, 2 Counts Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, and Pornography with Juveniles.

Assistant District Attorney Lea Hall prosecuted the case.

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On Tuesday, May 9, 2023, Andre Djuan Bayonne was convicted and sentenced to a total of 15 years in prison for Possession of CDS II and 3 counts of Possession with Intent/Manf/Dist CDS II - Meth, Cocaine, and Fentanyl.

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The Rapides Parish District Attorney’s Office would like to welcome Ms. Meredith Smith as an Assistant District Attorney. ADA Smith was sworn in today and is assigned to the Felony Division.

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🧠 Take a Mental Health Test - MHA Screening (https://t.co/F4xXZo6lFx) 💓
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

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#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

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On Wednesday, May 3, 2023, Laquarus Augustine was found guilty of Second Degree Murder. Assistant District Attorneys Lea Hall and Kenneth Doggett, Jr. prosecuted the case.

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This is the perfect time to prioritize our mental well-being and have difficult, open conversations about mental health. Let's make a commitment to take care of ourselves and support those around us. 💓 #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

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On Thursday, April 27, 2023, a Rapides Parish jury found Ryan Gene Wilkins guilty of 2 counts of Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile. Assistant District Attorney Brian Cespiva prosecuted the case.

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We want to thank our administrative staff for their support and service to Rapides Parish. They do so much behind the scenes and keep our office running smoothly. Happy #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay and thank you for all you do! 💙