DeRidder is a Louisiana city and parish seat of Beauregard Parish. Population ~9,852 (2020).
Misty Roberts, a former Louisiana mayor, has been sentenced to 90 days for sexual crimes involving a 16-year-old. She must register as a sex offender, pay fines, and undergo therapy and regular drug testing. The case uncovered vitriolic victim statements and calls for accountability.
Roberts, a former DeRidder mayor, has completed a 90-day jail term after a 2024 conviction for carnal knowledge of a juvenile and indecent behavior with a minor. Prosecutors sought harsher punishment but the judge based the sentence on plea-deal cases; Roberts resigning preceded her arrest. She now faces fines, sex-offender registration, and treatment requirements.