Assistant District Attorney Brad Cascio recently joined Talk 107.3 FM to discuss his campaign for District Attorney in Louisiana’s 21st Judicial District, covering Livingston, St. Helena, and Tangipahoa parishes. Cascio addressed recent political mailers, shared his career background, and detailed strategic plans for tackling regional crime.
Clearing the Record on Recent Accusations
Cascio addressed political mailers distributed by his opponent’s camp that exposed sensitive parish banking information. He clarified that allegations regarding excessive legal fees were inaccurate, noting he never billed hours on the specific litigation cited. Cascio emphasized his commitment to running a clean campaign focused on qualifications rather than negative tactics, though he reaffirmed his readiness to defend his record.
Practical Experience Rooted in Prosecution
Reflecting on his journey, Cascio described transitioning from trade school to earning a criminal justice degree and attending LSU Law Center. Over a 13-year prosecutorial career, Cascio has secured more than 4,000 convictions, serving as an Assistant District Attorney and city prosecutor in Denham Springs and French Settlement. He highlighted his hands-on experience handling everything from traffic offenses to murder trials as a critical distinction in the race.
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| Career Milestone | Details |
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| Prosecutorial Service | 13 Years as Assistant DA |
| Municipal Prosecution | Denham Springs & French Settlement |
| Conviction Record | 4,000+ District Court Convictions |
| Focus Areas | Violent Crime, Narcotics, Prosecutorial Discretion |
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Targeted Strategies for Community Safety
To combat regional drug offenses and rising gang violence, Cascio emphasized supporting local drug court rehabilitation programs while aggressively pursuing violent offenders. He highlighted a new multi-agency task force uniting local law enforcement, Louisiana State Police, and the FBI to target gang activity and enhance cross-parish intelligence sharing across the Northshore.