Mission Statement
Pursuant to Section 11.01 of The Plan of Government of the Parish of East Baton Rouge and City of Baton Rouge, the mission of the Parish Attorney’s Office is to provide sound legal advice to the Metropolitan Council, the Mayor-President, and all departments, offices, and agencies appointed by or under the jurisdiction of any of the above.

Office Locations

Administration
222 Saint Louis St., 9th Floor
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 389-3114

Prosecutor's Office
233 Saint Louis St., 2nd Floor
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 389-3119

Pretrial Diversion
233 Saint Louis St., 4th Floor
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 389-8579

Alcoholic Beverage Control and Gaming Enforcement
10500 Coursey Blvd., Ste. 202
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 389-3364

Risk Management
10500 Coursey Blvd., Ste. 201
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 389-3267

Investigations
10500 Coursey Blvd., Ste. 205
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 389-8730

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the agent for service for the City of Baton Rouge, Parish of East Baton Rouge?

Mayor-President
222 St. Louis St., 3^rd Floor
Governmental Bldg.
Baton Rouge, LA

Also the agent for any City-Parish department, i.e. Police, DPW, Fire, etc.

Who do I contact to file a claim?

F.A. Richard    (225) 293-2438
After Hours:    1-800-666-3439
Emergency Beeper Number:   (225) 377-3438

How do I get info on Adjudicated Property?

We can send you a packet or you can visit the adjudicated property information page.

Do you accept personal checks for payment of an ABC license?

Payment for license may be made in cash, cashier’s check or money order, payable to the City and Parish Treasurer.  NO PERSONAL OR BUSINESS CHECKS ARE ACCEPTED

Do I have to have a permit to hold a raffle?

Yes, contact Gaming Enforcement at 389-5490

What is Pretrial Diversion?

Diversion is an opportunity for first time violators to get charges dismissed after completing program requirements.  Cases may be rejected due to extreme violence or if problems appear to be beyond the scope of this program.

Why did I get a subpoena to appear in court?

You gave your name as a witness, complainant or victim to an incident

How do I get excused as a witness or placed on standby?

You should contact a prosecutor or investigator at the Prosecutor's Office (389-3119) with your request

How do I press charges or drop charges?

To press charges you need to make a complaint with the police department, get a file number, bring it along with a picture ID after 3 working days to the City Prosecutor’s Office. To drop charges, bring a picture ID along with as much of the case information available.