Jason M. Verdigets at a glance
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- Judge
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- Louisiana · State
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- Term and retention
- Current term ends December 31, 2026
Jason M. Verdigets
Biography
Professional career
- He currently holds the office of District Court Judge for District 23, Division A, with his term running until December 31, 2026
- He held the role of a district felony prosecutor, received Louisiana Drug Prosecutor of the Year in 2012 and maintained a general practice
- Before joining the bench, Judge Verdigets held the role of a felony prosecutor for the 23rd Judicial District District Attorney’s office, where he was recognized as Drug Prosecutor of the Year in Louisiana in 2012.
- He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Southern University Law Center
- He also maintained a private general law practice
Education
- Southern University Law Center — J.D. (2003)
- Louisiana State University — B.S. (2000)
Additional information
- The collected biographical information identifies a term ending in 2026.
- He completed Leadership Ascension in 2014, received Baton Rouge Business Report Forty Under 40 recognition in 2016 and led the Fifth Circuit Judges Association in 2022–2023.
- Graduate of Leadership Ascension (2014) and was named a Baton Rouge Business Report Forty Under 40 honoree in 2016
- Elected in November 2014 and began serving January 1, 2015 in Louisiana’s Twenty-third Judicial District, Division A, covering Ascension, Assumption and St. James parishes
- Elected to the bench in November 2014 and assumed office on January 1, 2015.
- East Ascension High School — 1995
- Actively involved in community organizations, including the East Ascension Rotary, Ascension Chamber of Commerce, and Knights of Columbus.
- Judge Verdigets is a member of the Louisiana District Judges Association, National Council for Juvenile and Family Court Judges, Louisiana State Bar Association, and the 23rd Judicial District Bar Association.
- He coaches youth sports leagues and frequently participates in educational events such as Law Day activities, 4H events, mock trials, and career days
- The family attends St. John Church in Prairieville Judge Verdigets is affiliated with the Republican Party and has a record of public service both in the courtroom and in the community This comprehensive profile highlights his qualifications, judicial experience, and community engagement, providing voters and constituents with a clear understanding of his background and service
- Affiliations include the state district judges association, National Council for Juvenile and Family Court Judges, state and district bars, East Ascension Rotary, Ascension Chamber and Knights of Columbus.
- Jason M. Verdigets was born in New Orleans and raised in Gonzales, Louisiana.
- His work includes civil and criminal cases and adjunct teaching at Southern University Law Center.
- He coaches youth sports and speaks at schools, 4H and mock trials.
- The biography describes his wife, three children and Gonzales residence.
- Born in New Orleans and raised in Gonzales; graduated from law school with honors.
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Exhibits
Statewide
Louisiana trial judges may authorize electronic or photographic means for presenting evidence, preserving the record, counsel use, or judicial-administration purposes.
A trial judge may authorize ... the use of electronic or photographic means for the presentation of evidenceLouisiana Code of Judicial Conduct, Canon 3A(9) ↗
Recording and broadcasting
Statewide
Louisiana judges generally prohibit broadcasting, televising, recording, or photographing courtroom proceedings unless a Canon 3A(9) exception applies.
a judge shall prohibit broadcasting, televising, recording, or taking photographs in the courtroomLouisiana Code of Judicial Conduct, Canon 3A(9) ↗
Appellate Extended Media Coverage
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Louisiana appellate courts may permit extended media coverage in public appellate proceedings, subject to the authority of the court and presiding judge or panel.
An appellate court may permit broadcasting, televising, recording, and taking photographs of public judicial proceedingsLouisiana Code of Judicial Conduct, Canon 3A(9) ↗
Published courtroom rules
Shared court rules
Louisiana Code of Judicial Conduct, Canon 3A(9)
Louisiana 23rd Judicial District Court
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Louisiana Judiciary public directory official judicial roster
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