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Franklin City Court
508 1/2 Second Street
Franklin, LA 70538
Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-828-3858
Fax: 337-413-1180
Fax: 337-413-1180
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16th Judicial District Attorney Victim-Witness Help
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16th Judicial District Worthless Check Information
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Attorney Fee Dispute Resolution
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Louisiana Public Defender Information
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