Lafayette City Marshal Brian Pope is back to performing his daily duties after posting a $500 bond on Monday.

His attorney, Kevin Stockstill, told KLFY they’re going to appeal the conviction of contempt of court charges, but as of now it’s business as usual at the Lafayette City Marshal’s Office.

Stockstill said that will continue whether the appeal is granted or not.

Pope was convicted by District Judge Jules Edwards for contempt of court after failing to produce emails requested by the local newspaper, The Independent.

The newspaper believes the emails may contain communication between the marshal and the campaign of former Lafayette Parish sheriff candidate Chad Leger.

Judge Edwards sentenced him to seven days of house arrest because Pope did not comply with public records law

Pope’s attorney said whether their appeal of house arrest is granted or denied the marshal’s duties will continue to be fulfilled.

“He’s (the marshal) reporting to work, he’s doing the business of the Lafayette City Marshal’s office, he’s doing investigations, he’s tracking down fugitives. He’s doing what the people of Lafayette have elected him to do and will continue to do that,” Stockstill told KLFY’s Dalfred Jones.

In addition to the house arrest, Pope also faces nearly $100,000 in fines and court fees. His attorney has until April 8th to file the appeal.