LEGAL · LA · 1962-1973
Jim Garrison
District Attorney · New Orleans · Democrat · Louisiana
NOTABLE
On the record
Prosecuted Clay Shaw 1969 in only JFK assassination conspiracy trial; basis for Oliver Stone's "JFK"
Background
Jim Garrison occupied the District Attorney · New Orleans of New Orleans office in Louisiana for 11 years (1962–1973). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Earliest occupant of this seat in Officium's records; succeeded by Harry Connick Sr.. Note: Prosecuted Clay Shaw 1969 in only JFK assassination conspiracy trial; basis for Oliver Stone's "JFK". Same-year political environment (1962): Governor Jimmie Davis.
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Others who held this office in Louisiana
- Harry Connick Sr. (1973-2003)