Longtime Sabine Parish District Attorney Don M. Burkett was among the seven honorees from throughout the state inducted into the Louisiana Political Hall of Fame in its 33rd annual induction ceremony on April 5.

Winnfield’s Louisiana Political Museum and Hall of Fame tells the story of the state’s ofttimes colorful political history with historical artifacts and memorabilia. The Hall of Fame honors those politicians and civic leaders who have made a particularly noteworthy mark on our state’s leadership scene.

Don M. Burkett was recognized for a lifetime of public service to Sabine parish and Louisiana. His 41 years as Sabine parish district attorney is the longest such tenure in the state’s history, a testament to the caliber of his character and legal ability. Continuing his legacy of service, Burkett also served as president of the Louisiana District Attorney’s Association and the board of directors of the North Louisiana Crime Lab. He was inducted into the Louisiana Criminal Justice Hall of Fame in 2023.

His fellow 2025 inductees were: Judge Marion F. Edwards, Jimmy “Jim” Harris, The Honorable James Maxwell “Max” Kelley, Carloyn R. Phillips, Marsha Shuler, and Charles S. “Charlie” Weems.