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Augustine Stays on Ballot in Legal Battle | Lafayette Louisiana News
The Breaux Bridge police chief race just got legal drama as the district attorney tried to disqualify candidate Hubert Augustine over residency — claiming he lived outside city limits — but a judge sided with Augustine, ruling the DA didn’t prove their case. The controversy erupted after Citizens for a New Louisiana uncovered records showing the DA’s office was contacted by the mayor and requested utility bills. Though the judge let Augustine stay on the ballot, the DA plans to appeal — keeping this high-stakes race far from over. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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