Ethics board says judge can spend campaign money on his role as Mardi Gras krewe king

By: Julie O'Donoghue

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: January 15, 2026

Words: 447

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 5 days ago

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A Jefferson Parish judge who has been chosen king of a Carnival krewe can spend his campaign money to purchase merchandise for his role, according to the Louisiana Board of Ethics.

The board issued its decision Friday for 24th Judicial District Judge Adrian Adams, who reigns over the Mystic Krewe of Music this year. Adams, who is up for reelection this year, had sought an advisory opinion from the board confirming that his Mardi …

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