Author: Claire Falgoust

District Attorney Narcotics Diversion Program Graduates Four Defendants

District Attorney Ricky Babin is pleased to announce the graduation of four adult defendants from the 23rd Judicial District Attorney Narcotics Diversion Program this week. These individuals were recognized for their successful completion of the program…READ MORE

During the week of April 27 – May 1, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court, parishes of Ascension, Assumption, and St. James.

Ascension Parish: Vonzell Batiste, 306 Claiborne St. Donaldsonville, LA, age 37, pled guilty to Possession or Introduction of Contraband Upon the Grounds of any State Correctional Institution and was sentenced to 2 years with the Louisiana Department of Corrections with…READ MORE

Lutcher Sex Offender Found Guilty After Failing to Report Address Change

On Tuesday, a St. James Parish Jury found 56-year-old Michael Kenard of 2195 Railroad St. Lutcher, LA, guilty of Failure to Notify Law Enforcement (Sex Offender Violation). Kenard was prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Adam…READ MORE

Gramercy Man Found Guilty of Forcible Rape

On Wednesday, a St. James Parish Jury found 47-year-old Kendall Johnson of 226 East 14th St. Gramercy, LA, guilty of Forcible Rape. Johnson was prosecuted by Assistant District Attorneys Adam Koenig and Lana Chaney. Presiding over…READ MORE

During the week of April 20 – April 24, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court, parishes of Ascension, Assumption, and St. James.

Ascension Parish: Reginald Bell, 7112 Moran Rd. Gonzales, LA, age 55, pled guilty to Aggravated Flight from an Officer and Theft Valued at $1,000 or More, but Less than $5,000. The defendant was sentenced to 6 years with the Louisiana…READ MORE

During the week of April 13 – April 17, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court, parishes of Ascension, Assumption, and St. James.

Ascension Parish: Ashly Boudreaux, 39226 David Dr. Prairieville, LA, age 58, pled guilty to Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Dangerous Substance and was sentenced to 2 years with the Louisiana Department of Corrections with credit for time served, to…READ MORE

During the week of April 6 – April 10, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court, parishes of Ascension, Assumption, and St. James.

Ascension Parish: Raymond Musso, 18236 Little Prairie Rd. Prairieville, LA, age 65, pled guilty to Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Dangerous Substance and was sentenced to 36 months with the Louisiana Department of Corrections with credit for time served,…READ MORE

District Attorney Narcotics Diversion Program Graduates Four Defendants

District Attorney Ricky Babin is pleased to announce the graduation of four adult defendants from the 23rd Judicial District Attorney Narcotics Diversion Program last week. These individuals were recognized for their successful completion of the…READ MORE

Lutcher Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Illegal Firearm Possession

On December 2, 2025, Taber Davis of 9296 Central Project St. Lutcher, LA, age 26, pled guilty to Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon and Illegal Possession of Stolen Firearms. Davis was prosecuted…READ MORE

During the week of March 30 – April 3, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court, parishes of Ascension, Assumption, and St. James.

Ascension Parish: Ascension Parish had no court news to report this week. Assumption Parish: Amarion Keyes, 160 Georgette St. Labadieville, LA, age 23, pled guilty to Unauthorized Entry of an Inhabited Dwelling and was sentenced to 1 year with the…READ MORE

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