Calcasieu Crime Cast

Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office

A podcast presented by the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office where we discuss community issues and achievements with District Attorney Stephen Dwight and guests.

  1. 03/27/2024

    Fighting Fentanyl in Calcasieu Parish

    In this episode, District Attorney Stephen Dwight sits down with Tonya Doucette, a mother who lost her son to a fentanyl overdose, and founder of Project Trey. Nearly 100 people a year die of an overdose in Calcasieu Parish and fentanyl is responsible for the majority of those deaths. This discussion includes what fentanyl is, signs of addiction, community resources for addicts, and how the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office is holding dealers accountable. If you would like to schedule a training on fentanyl, visit www.calcasieuda.com. If you need resources for addiction and recovery, visit www.projectrey.org.

    33 min

  2. 02/13/2024

    Fighting For the Minority with Wilford Carter, Sr.

    In this episode, District Attorney Stephen Dwight sits down with State Representative and former 14th JDC Judge, Wilford Carter, Sr to discuss the impact he has made not only in Southwest Louisiana, but Statewide. Mr. Carter shares stories of fighting for African American rights and the 1986 lawsuit pertaining to the Voting Rights Act that that he was instrumental in. In 1988, Louisiana only had 6 black judges in the State; today, Louisiana has the highest number of African American Judges per capita.

    51 min

  3. 01/26/2024

    Fighting Human Trafficking in Calcasieu Parish

    In this episode, District Attorney Stephen Dwight sits down with CPSO Commander Gene Pittman to discuss human trafficking in Calcasieu Parish. This is an educational episode that discusses the reality of human trafficking in Southwest Louisiana, what it looks like, and how people can help.  For more information and training information about human trafficking in SWLA, visit www.fighthtswla.org or call 337-431-1350. To report suspected human trafficking in Calcasieu Parish, call 337-491-7952.

    42 min

  4. 10/16/2023

    Death Row Clemency Proceedings

    In this episode District Attorney Stephen Dwight is discussing the current death row clemency proceedings and what he is doing to oppose them. He is joined by First Assistant District Attorney Jacob Johnson, who was an attorney on the trial team of Kevin Daigle's death penalty case and will be discussing the elements that are needed to be proved in order to receive a death row conviction.

    32 min

  5. 08/25/2023

    What is an Expungement?

    Are you someone who has heard the term "expungement" but doesnt understand what it means? Or maybe you're someone who needs an expungement yourself. This episode breaks down what an expungement is and the steps you need to take in order to receive one.  District Attorney Stephen Dwight sits down with Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office Expungement Attorney, Karen McLellan and Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court Expungement Processor, Monica Winfrey to discuss everything about expungements and the New Day Expungement Event that's held every year by the District Attorney. Expungement applications for the New Day program will be available at www.calcasieuda.com starting September 1, 2023 and will be accepted until September 29, 2023.

    33 min

  6. 07/24/2023

    Juvenile Crime in Calcasieu Parish

    District Attorney Stephen Dwight sits down with with Calcasieu Parish Office of Juvenile Justice Services Director, Anthony Celestine to discuss juvenile crime in Calcasieu. This episode touches on misconceptions of juvenile crime in our area and expands on the numerous resources and programs our community has readily available to keep juveniles from entering the justice system.

    40 min

  7. 05/03/2023

    Win Now Win Forever with Coach Justin Hill

    McNeese State University Head Baseball Coach Justin Hill joins District Attorney Stephen Dwight to discuss the importance of teaching, inspiring and being a positive role model for young men to ensure they are successful at every stage of life.

    38 min

  8. 03/31/2023

    Community Impact with Ward 3 Marshal Nathan Keller

    In this episode, District Attorney Stephen Dwight sits down with Ward 3 Marshal Nathan Keller. Marshal Keller has over 30 years of experience in Law Enforcement and from the very beginning, has dedicated his time to serving the area with compassion. During his time as Marshal, Mr. Keller has created several programs that benefit the youth and senior citizens of Southwest Louisiana and has even created the Nathan T. Keller Foundation, which was created to ensure the Marshal can continue to provide and give back to the community.

    52 min
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A podcast presented by the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office where we discuss community issues and achievements with District Attorney Stephen Dwight and guests.

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  • Creator
    Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Calcasieu Crime Cast
  • Show Website
    Calcasieu Crime Cast