Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court
Local Legal Guide — Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana
Everything you need to know about the Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court — location, hours, services, expungement filings, court records, and online resources. The clerk is the official keeper of all court records for Calcasieu Parish
What is the Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court?
The Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court is the official record keeper and administrator for the 14th Judicial District Court in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The office maintains civil and criminal court records, manages voter registration, administers the jury pool, processes expungement petitions, and handles vital records including marriage licenses. The Clerk of Court is an independently elected official serving a four-year term.
Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s Office
Every lawsuit, divorce, criminal charge, and court order filed in Calcasieu Parish runs through this office.
| Physical Address 1000 Ryan St. Lake Charles, LA 70601 | Mailing Address P.O. Box 1030 Lake Charles, LA 70602 |
| Hours of Operation Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM | Website https://www.calcasieuclerk.gov |
| Parking Free parking at the Lake Charles Event Center across Lakeshore Drive | Telephone Number (337) 437-3550 |
Who Is the Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court?
The current Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court is H. Lynn Jones, II. He was first elected in July 2004 and has been re-elected consistently since taking office. His office supervises all clerical and administrative functions for the 14th Judicial District Court, including criminal records, elections, civil filings, and family law filings. You can read more about him here.
How Is the Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court Organized?
Administration
There are 4 main administrators of the Calcasieu Parish Clerk’s Office.
Services
This is a listing of the most popular services of theCalcasieu Parish Clerk’s Office.
| department | telephone number | website |
|---|---|---|
| Bookkeeping | 337-437-3558 Ext 117 | https://www.calcasieuclerk.gov/bookkeeping |
| Civil Processing | 337-437-3558 Ext 141 | https://www.calcasieuclerk.gov/civilprocessing |
| Civil Records | 337-437-3558 Ext 460 | https://www.calcasieuclerk.gov/civil-records |
| Criminal Records | 337-437-3558 Ext 165 | https://www.calcasieuclerk.gov/criminal-records |
| Jury Pool | 337-242-7855 | https://www.calcasieuclerk.gov/jury-pool-management |
| Mortgage & Conveyances | 337-437-3558 Ext 219 | https://www.calcasieuclerk.gov/mortgage-conveyance-cancellation-de |
| Recording | 337-437-3558 Ext 490 | https://www.calcasieuclerk.gov/recording-dept |
What Online Services Does the Clerk’s Website Offer?
The Calcasieu Clerk of Court website at calcasieuclerk.gov provides the following services:
- Online Records Search: calcasieuclerk.gov/online-search-services
- E-Filing: calcasieuclerk.gov/efiling-and-erecording
- E-Recording: calcasieuclerk.gov/efiling-and-erecording
- Juror Registration: jury.calcasieuclerk.gov
- Online Bill Pay: calcasieuclerk.gov/paymenthub
- Address Update Requests: calcasieuclerk.gov/requestaddressupdates
- Marriage Applications: calcasieuclerk.gov/applicationsmarriagelicense
FROM JACOB COLONNA- ATTORNEY AT LAW
The Clerk of Court’s office is where every case in Calcasieu Parish begins and ends. Every petition I file, every judgment I record, every document I need for a case runs through this office. The staff knows the local rules, the filing requirements, and the deadlines — and so do I. If you are involved in any legal matter in Calcasieu Parish, understanding what the Clerk’s office does and how it works will help you navigate the process. When you hire me, I handle every filing so you never have to walk into that office alone.
Online Resources from the Calcasieu Parish Clerk’s Office
The Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s Office website offers several useful resources for litigants and attorneys:
What Should You Know Before Visiting the Clerk’s Office?
The Clerk of Court’s office is where virtually every court filing in Calcasieu Parish begins — whether you’re filing for divorce, requesting a criminal record, or seeking an expungement. Knowing which floor and which division to visit can save you significant time. For expungements, call ahead and make an appointment before you arrive.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court?
The current Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court is H. Lynn Jones, II. He was first elected in July 2004 and has been re-elected continuously since. His office supervises all clerical and administrative operations for the 14th Judicial District Court, including criminal records, elections, civil filings, and family law filings.
Where is the Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court?
The Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court is located at 1000 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601. Traveling eastbound on I-10, cross the Calcasieu Bridge into Lake Charles and take Exit 29 to Lakeshore Drive. Turn right at the traffic light and continue straight, then turn left onto Pujo Street. The Clerk of Court Office will be on your right shortly after.
How do you get to the DAs office from Texas?
The 14th JDC is located right off Interstate 10 after crossing the Calcasieu Bridge. You will immediately exit after the bridge on Exit 29 from I-10E and continue on the I-10 Service Road/N Lakeshore Drive, which becomes Bord du Lac Drive. Then turn right on LA-385/N Lakeshore Dr. The office will be on your left and the Lake Charles Event Center will be on your right. Park at the Event Center and cross Lakeshore Drive at Pujo Street to walk to the office.
What services does the Calcasieu Clerk of Court website offer?
The Calcasieu Clerk of Court website at calcasieuclerk.gov provides information on passport applications, civil records, family law records, vital records, criminal records, lien services, financial services, land records, and instructions for filing legal documents. Online records search, e-filing, and juror registration are all available on the site.
How Do I File an Expungement Petition in Calcasieu Parish?
To file an expungement petition under the 14th Judicial District, you must first call to schedule an appointment with a deputy clerk by dialing (337) 437-3558 and selecting Ext. 152 to reach the expungement processor. Once your appointment is set, you will go to the second floor of the courthouse at 1000 Ryan Street and check in at the reception desk. Jacob Colonna regularly handles expungement filings in Calcasieu Parish and can guide you through the process.
How Do I Get Court Records in Calcasieu Parish?
To obtain court records in Calcasieu Parish, you must first determine which office maintains those records. The Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court holds all records for cases processed through the 14th Judicial District Court. Cases from Lake Charles City Court or Sulphur City Court are maintained by those respective courts. To obtain criminal records from the Clerk of Court, contact the Criminal Records department and provide the defendant’s name, date of birth, charge(s), and year of the charge. Records can also be searched online through Clerk Connect at clerkconnect.com.
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