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 Judge Kristian Earles, Division J

Judge Earles graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from UL in 1992. He was a University policeman for a short time, then became a deputy for the Acadia Parish Sheriff's Office.

Judge Earles graduated with honors from Southern Law Center in 1995 and opened his law practice in Crowley. In 2002, he was elected to the office of District Judge in the 15th Judicial District.