Twenty Third Judicial District
Matthew Barton is the 8th District Attorney of the Twenty Third Judicial District, servicing as the chief lawyer and prosecutor for DeSoto County.
District Attorney Matthew Barton proudly serves Mississippi’s third and fastest growing county, encompassing 5 cities and over 185,000 residents. He is the youngest and first-ever Republican elected District Attorney in the county’s history. Since assuming office in January 2024, his primary objective has been to protect and serve the families of DeSoto County through principles of integrity and professionalism.
District Attorney Matthew Barton proudly serves Mississippi’s third and fastest growing county, encompassing 5 cities and over 185,000 residents. He is the youngest and first-ever Republican elected District Attorney in the county’s history. Since assuming office in January 2024, his primary objective has been to protect and serve the families of DeSoto County through principles of integrity and professionalism.
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District Attorney
Desoto Administration Building
365 Losher Street, Suite 210
Hernando, MS 38632
Phone: 662-469-8014
Fax: 662-469-8231
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MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to pursue justice on behalf of the good law abiding citizens of Mississippi by zealously and ethically prosecuting individuals who commit felony crimes in DeSoto County. In the pursuit of justice, our office will advocate for victims and their families, promote public safety, protect the innocent, and hold criminals accountable. We strive to keep our communities safe through the collaboration and partnerships with law enforcement, community leaders, other government agencies, our citizens and people they elect.
