Avoyelles District Attorney

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District attorney

4.0(8 Google reviews)

417 N Main St, Marksville, LA 71351

Information last updated October 22, 2026

Practice Areas

Civil Litigation Criminal Defense Family Law

About Avoyelles District Attorney

The Avoyelles District Attorney's office, led by District Attorney Charles Riddle, oversees the prosecution of criminals in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana. This includes convening the Grand Jury for serious crimes and exercising discretion for other charges. The office also provides legal counsel for the Avoyelles Parish Police Jury and School Board, with specific Assistant District Attorneys assigned to these roles.

Key services offered by the office include Pre-Trial Diversion for first-time, non-violent offenders, which aims to prevent future criminal acts through treatment or classes. They also manage public or community service requirements for non-violent offenders to reduce jail overcrowding. The office assists businesses with Hot Check Collections, recovering funds from checks with insufficient funds without expense to the business.

For traffic citations, the District Attorney's office processes approximately 4000 tickets annually and offers pre-trial diversion for eligible drivers, which can prevent moving violations from appearing on their records. Child Support Collections are a top priority, with a dedicated team assisting custodial parents in establishing new orders and collecting missed payments. Additionally, the office handles Expungement of Criminal Records, guiding individuals through the process of removing arrest or conviction records from public access in specific situations.

From the firm’s website

Attorneys: Charles Riddle — District Attorney
Anthony F. Salario — 1st Assistant District Attorney – Division B Chief, Assistant DA: Asset Forfeitu
Jonathan T. Gaspard — Assistant District Attorney, Division A Chief, Civil Assistant District Attorney
Andrea D. Aymond — Assistant District Attorney, Chief Prosecutor of the Special Victims Section, Di
Jenny Donaghey Beckham — Assistant District Attorney, IV-D, Juvenile Traffic, Section A, and Assistant Pr
Derek Manuel — Assistant District Attorney Section B, Civil Assistant District Attorney
Emily Edwards Bertholl — Assistant District Attorney, Division A
Elizabeth Williams — Assistant District Attorney, Juvenile and IVD, Juvenile Prosecutor
Peter J. Lemoine, Jr. — Assistant District Attorney, Juvenile and IVD, handles prosecutions in Marksvill
Services listed: Prosecution of Crimes, Representation of the School Board & Police Jury, Pre-Trial Diversion, Hot Check Collections, Traffic Citations, Child Support Collections
Fees: Hot check collections are provided without expense to businesses, while pre-trial intervention and expungement services involve specific costs.
Offices: 417 N Main St. Marksville, LA 71351

Source: avoyellesda.org · checked October 22, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.

Hours of Operation

Monday: 8 AM–4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM–4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM–4:30 PM
Thursday: 8 AM–4:30 PM
Friday: 8 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Details & Amenities

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Avoyelles District Attorney — Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Avoyelles District Attorney located?+

Avoyelles District Attorney is located at 417 N Main St, Marksville, LA 71351. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.

What kind of cases does Avoyelles District Attorney handle?+

Avoyelles District Attorney handles Civil Litigation, Criminal Defense, Family Law. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.

How do I contact Avoyelles District Attorney?+

Call Avoyelles District Attorney at (318) 253-6587 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.

Is Avoyelles District Attorney well rated?+

Avoyelles District Attorney has a 4.0-star rating based on 8 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.

Client Reviews

5 reviews

Jesse Blade (Black)· via Google
Fair
7 years ago
Amanda carmouche· via Google
Great place friendly service and they help you out when you need. Loved my experience here
3 years ago
Pamela McKinley· via Google
Sir. Ive rated you five star based on my own research and worthy comments. Please remember the name Kayla Mckinley as I am trying to reach you soon
5 years ago
BJ TOBEY· via Google
I AM PROUD TO SEE MR RIDDLE ELECTED AGAIN FOR ANOTHER TERM HE DOES EVERYTHING HE CAN TO HELP SOMEONE THAT IS TRYING TO BETTER THIER LIFE AND LIVE RIGHT!! 🤠 ...GOD BLESS OUR COUNTRY...AND MAY GOD BLESS ALL OUR MEN AN WOMEN THAT WORK IN PUBLIC SERVICE 🤠
5 years ago
Evy Francois· via Google
Mr Riddle is by far the most caring DA I've been aroundaround. He seems to care about everyone's involved and listens to all sides of the situations. I give it 5 stars because of this reason,Mr. Charles.
6 years ago

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