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Parole board continues case of Herbert Anthony Pawn Jr., imposes domestic-violence program and drug‑testing conditions
Summary
After hearing family statements and testimony from the victim in a domestic-abuse case, the parole panel continued supervision for Herbert Anthony Pawn Jr. and required completion of a domestic-violence prevention program, increased drug screening and a ban on THC recommendations.
The Committee on Parole reviewed the case of Herbert Anthony Pawn Jr. (DOC 311673) on June 24. Counsel emphasized letters of support and argued that the most serious pending criminal charge stemmed from another person’s backpack; family members described Mr. Pawn as a supportive father. The victim, Latasha King, told the panel she did not fear Mr. Pawn and asked for leniency, saying the episode reflected an emotional, isolated incident.
Board members weighed the victim’s account, the domestic-battery conviction that resulted in a six‑month parish sentence, and defense submissions. The panel convened an executive session to review confidential material and then returned to public session. Chair Cheryl Renata said she had “enough information in my mind to vote” but expressed concern about the domestic‑violence conviction; Mrs. Leoo recommended further clarity from the victim before a final revocation. After discussion the board voted to continue Mr. Pawn on supervision with added special conditions: completion of a domestic-violence prevention program (must complete, not only enroll), increased drug screening and no permissive recommendations for THC.
The board’s written action directs parole supervision staff to add these conditions to Mr. Pawn’s supervision plan and to report compliance at the next review. The board noted that letters from community members and an affidavit submitted by counsel will remain part of the file and considered in future reviews, but it declined to revoke parole at this time.
Key quotes from the hearing: - Latasha King (victim): "I have known Herbert for over 20 years... I respectfully ask that you guys consider and grant him parole." - Mrs. Leoo (hearing officer): "My vote today would be to continue the case until after the U.S. Marshals adjudicate the criminal activity" — reflecting caution where criminal proceedings are unresolved.
Next steps: Parole staff must record the added conditions, monitor compliance, and return to the board for follow-up review. If Mr. Pawn fails to comply with the new conditions, the board may schedule a revocation hearing.
