Charles Jahleal Boatner (January 23, 1849 – March 21, 1903) was a U.S. Representative from Louisiana.

Born in Columbia in Caldwell Parish, Louisiana, Boatner completed preparatory studies and the law.

Her grandfather on her mother's side — George Spencer — was a Virginian, whose father was also an officer in the Revolutionary army.

Presented credentials as a Member-elect to the Fifty-fourth Congress but on March 20, 1896, the House declared the seat vacant, the election having been contested by Alexis Benoit.

[2] Boatner was elected to fill the vacancy caused by the House declaring the seat vacant and served from June 10, 1896, to March 3, 1897.