Justice of the Peace Justice of the Peace Ward 1
Unofficial result: Won — Jeanelle Matte (Republican)
Source: voterportal.sos.la.gov
Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana
My vote power: Above average
This seat represents Ward 1, not the whole district above. We can’t match an address to an area this small, so this race may not be on your ballot.
What does this office do?
- Deciding small-claims cases
- Handling evictions, in many states
- Ruling on traffic and minor criminal citations, where state law allows
Affects: Public Safety and Crime Control, Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties, Housing Affordability,
Candidates:
Dylan Young
LostRepublican
As of October 2026, we found no public information about Dylan Young's job, background, or goals.
Republican
Notary public and litigation paralegal in Lake Charles, commissioned as a Louisiana notary since 2000. Holds an associate degree in paralegal studies from McNeese State University and is an NNA-certified signing agent.
Sources: voterportal.sos.la.gov · calcasieuclerk.gov