Rapides Parish, Louisiana

Constable, Ward 2

Butler and Ryland are on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Names follow official Rapides Parish election filings.

About this race

Two Republicans qualified for this seat on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Charles Butler and Paul Ryland; voters choose one, per the Louisiana Secretary of State's certified candidate list for Rapides Parish.

What this office does

Constable. A constable is an elected peace officer who serves court papers such as subpoenas, evictions and civil judgments for the local justice court and, in some states, provides bailiff or patrol services. The role is narrower than a sheriff's; the constable does not run a jail.

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Charles Butler

Republican

Biography

Charles Butler currently serves as Constable for Ward 2 in Rapides Parish, per the Rapides Parish Police Jury's official directory, which lists him as "Charlie Butler." No campaign website was found as of September 9, 2026.

Paul Ryland

Republican

Biography

Paul Ryland appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Constable, Ward 2, per the county elections office's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 9, 2026; the official election filing is the only verifiable source for Paul Ryland.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Constable, Ward 2 in 2026?

2 candidates are tracked for Constable, Ward 2 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Charles Butler and Paul Ryland. Candidate information follows official Rapides Parish election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Constable, Ward 2 election in Louisiana?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Louisiana are on the Louisiana election hub at theballotbrief.com.

How do I see my exact Rapides Parish ballot?

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Verify this race

Candidate roster from official Rapides Parish and state election office filings, last verified October 16, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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10 tracked races in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. Landed here from another county's search? Look up your own ballot below.

Also on your ballot

Constable, Ward 4, 1st Justice Court Rapides Parish School Board District D Rapides Parish School Board District F See all 10 Rapides Parish races

Candidate profiles

Charles Butler, full profile Paul Ryland, full profile Official Louisiana election office