Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office

Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office The Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office is always available to you, the people of Calcasieu We offer a wide variety of programs and services.

The Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office is always available to you, the people of Calcasieu Parish. Currently, the District Attorney's Office employs over 100 people who are ready, willing, and able to assist you. This website was put together in an effort to inform the community of the many programs we utilize and the methods we employ to help reduce the crime rate. We prosecute to the fu

llest extent when deemed necessary. This includes the prosecution of violent offenders and repeat offenders. We also strive to reach first offenders of non-violent crimes who go astray. It is important, if possible, to help them realize their mistakes and point them in the right direction. One of our main goals is to save our youth and offer positive reinforcement. When making decisions, we have the best interest of the community in mind. We are constantly at work for you and dedicate ourselves to the improvement of our community. We invite you to call the District Attorney's Office for assistance or to offer input and/or suggestions to help us better serve you.

Our office will be closed Monday, September 7th in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
09/04/2026

Our office will be closed Monday, September 7th in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

Today our office celebrated DOLLY DAY!With September being National International Literacy Month, our office celebrated ...
09/02/2026

Today our office celebrated DOLLY DAY!

With September being National International Literacy Month, our office celebrated the life and legacy of Dolly Parton by bringing new and gently used children’s books that will be donated to the Junior League of Lake Charles Reader Feeder program.

Our goal was to collect 80 books to celebrate 80 years of song, kindness, and inspiration from Dolly Parton and we collected well over our goal.

Probable cause doesn't mean someone is guilty. So what does it mean?It's one of the most important concepts in the crimi...
09/01/2026

Probable cause doesn't mean someone is guilty. So what does it mean?

It's one of the most important concepts in the criminal justice system and one that's often misunderstood.

08/31/2026

Due to ongoing remodeling, the Traffic Window at the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s Office will be CLOSED for the remainder of today.

Beginning tomorrow, all Traffic Office services will be temporarily relocated to:

130 Kirby Street
Lake Charles, LA

Hours will remain 8:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to better serve our community.

Meet the Team Monday! When you’re a victim of a crime, navigating the criminal justice system can feel overwhelming. Tha...
08/31/2026

Meet the Team Monday!

When you’re a victim of a crime, navigating the criminal justice system can feel overwhelming. That’s where our Victim Assistance Coordinators step in.

They help victims understand the process, connect them with resources, answer questions, and provide support every step of the way. Their work ensures victims know they are not alone and that their voices matter.

Today, we’re proud to introduce one of the dedicated members of our Victim Assistance team!

Grand jury. You’ve probably heard the term but what does it actually mean?A grand jury plays an important role in Louisi...
08/25/2026

Grand jury. You’ve probably heard the term but what does it actually mean?

A grand jury plays an important role in Louisiana's criminal justice system. Here’s what they do and what they don't do.

Meet the Team Monday ⚖️When a case comes through the doors of the District Attorney’s Office, there is a lot of work hap...
08/24/2026

Meet the Team Monday ⚖️

When a case comes through the doors of the District Attorney’s Office, there is a lot of work happening behind the scenes before it ever reaches a courtroom.

Our Intake Division is an important first step in that process. Their work helps ensure cases are properly received, organized and routed so our prosecutors have the information they need to do their jobs.

This week, meet one of our team members in our Intake Division and learn more about the important role they play in our criminal justice system.

Dirty Soda Day🥤We treated the team to a mid day treat by crafting their own dirty sodas! They were the perfect pick me u...
08/21/2026

Dirty Soda Day🥤

We treated the team to a mid day treat by crafting their own dirty sodas! They were the perfect pick me up to finish off the day!

(The crowd favorite is: Sprite, sweet cream, coconut cream, strawberry, lime!) 😋

Who is the District Attorney and what does that title actually mean?In Calcasieu Parish, that person is District Attorne...
08/18/2026

Who is the District Attorney and what does that title actually mean?

In Calcasieu Parish, that person is District Attorney Stephen Dwight. Here's what his role is and what he is responsible for.

HEXT FOUND GUILTY AS CHARGED-On yesterday, August 12, Shane Earl Hext, 51, Sulphur, was found Guilty as Charged of Unaut...
08/12/2026

HEXT FOUND GUILTY AS CHARGED-

On yesterday, August 12, Shane Earl Hext, 51, Sulphur, was found Guilty as Charged of Unauthorized Entry of an Inhabited Dwelling.
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In 2025, Hext broke into the home of two elderly women.
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Sentencing will take place on October 23, 2026 before Judge David Ritchie. Due to the defendant’s numerous prior offenses, the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s Office will seek sentencing under Louisiana’s Habitual Offender Law.

Assistant District Attorneys Charles Robinson and Katera Jenkins prosecuted the case for the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s Office.

Address

901 Lake Shore Drive, Ste 800
Lake Charles, LA
70601

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13374373400

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