BREAKING: Prosecution files it own appeal with state Supreme Court - American Press

BREAKING: Prosecution files it own appeal with state Supreme Court - American Press

In answer to the defense for former DeRidder mayor Misty Roberts’ appeal to the Louisiana Supreme Court, the state has filed its own writ with the high court. Both sides […]

UPDATE: Former mayor's case headed to state Supreme Court

By Pamela Sleezer The trial of former DeRidder mayor Misty Roberts continues to remain in limbo as Roberts’ defense team takes its latest argument to the Louisiana Supreme Court. On Monday, the Third Circuit Court of Appeal issued an opinion upholding its decision that a previous indictment filed against Roberts in August 2025 was null. That decision did not, however, outright nullify a felony charge that was filed against Roberts in that indict…

Appeals court upholds ruling of mistrial in former DeRidder mayor Misty Roberts’ sex abuse trial

The sex abuse trial of Misty Roberts has ended in a mistrial.