Acadia Parish Court Records

Acadia Parish court records date back to 1887 and are maintained by the Clerk of Court in Crowley, Louisiana. This office holds civil suits, criminal cases, land records, probate filings, and marriage licenses, all searchable online through Clerk Connect or DocuNet, or in person at the courthouse during regular office hours.

Acadia Parish Clerk of Court

Robert T. "Robby" Barousse serves as the Acadia Parish Clerk of Court. The office is located at the Acadia Parish Courthouse in Crowley and handles all official court filings, record requests, and document recording for the parish. Staff can help you find case numbers, look up recorded documents, and provide copies, but they cannot give legal advice.

The official clerk website at acadiaparishclerk.com lists current services, fee schedules, and links to both online search portals. If you plan to visit in person, bring a valid photo ID and the name or case number you are searching for. Staff can pull records from the public terminal in the office at no charge.

The clerk's office screenshot below shows the official homepage where you can access online portals and review fee information before your visit.

The official Acadia Parish Clerk of Court website is the starting point for searching records online or planning an in-person visit to the Crowley courthouse.

The homepage provides direct links to Clerk Connect and DocuNet, the two online portals used for Acadia Parish court records access.

Note: Original documents sent to the Clerk of Court are not returned to the sender, so keep copies of anything you submit for recording.

How to Search Acadia Parish Court Records

There are two ways to search Acadia Parish court records: online through a subscription portal, or in person at the courthouse. Each method gives you access to the same underlying records, though online access requires a paid subscription while in-person use of the public terminal is free.

For online searches, the office uses two portals. Clerk Connect is available at clerkconnect.com and DocuNet is a separate subscription service. Both require you to create an account and pay a subscription fee before you can view records. Day passes and monthly plans are available depending on how often you need access.

If you prefer to search in person, go to the Acadia Parish Courthouse at 500 NE Court Circle in Crowley. A public terminal is available in the office at no cost. You can search by name, case number, or document type. Bring the full legal name of the party you are looking for and, if possible, an approximate filing date or year.

For certified copies or records sent by mail, submit a written request to P.O. Box 922, Crowley, LA 70527. Include the name of the parties, the type of record, the approximate date, and a check or money order for the applicable fees. Processing times vary, so call ahead if you need a record quickly.

Note: If you need a record for use in court, request a certified copy. Plain copies are not accepted as official documents in most legal proceedings.

Types of Court Records in Acadia Parish

The Acadia Parish Clerk of Court has maintained records since 1887, the year the parish was formed. That gives this office a long archive of civil and criminal cases, property transactions, and vital records going back well over a century.

Civil records include suits filed in district court, judgment records, and civil filings of all types. Criminal records cover charges filed, dispositions, and related case documents for cases handled in the 15th Judicial District. The clerk also holds land records, including conveyances and mortgages, which document property transfers throughout the parish.

Probate and succession records are available for estates filed in Acadia Parish. Marriage licenses issued by the parish are also on file. UCC filings, which record commercial liens and security interests, are part of the record set as well. Birth and death certificates are available from this office as vital records, though longer-term historical vital records may also be available through the Louisiana Department of Health.

Here is a summary of the main record types held by the Acadia Parish Clerk:

• Civil suits and judgments (from 1887)
• Criminal case records and dispositions (from 1887)
• Conveyance and mortgage records (from 1887)
• Marriage licenses and vital records
• Probate and succession filings
• UCC filings and commercial liens
• Birth and death certificates

Online Access to Acadia Parish Court Records

Acadia Parish offers online access to court records through two separate subscription services: Clerk Connect and DocuNet. Both platforms let you search and view records from your computer without visiting the courthouse, which is useful if you need to check records frequently or from outside the parish.

Clerk Connect is one of the most widely used portals across Louisiana parishes. You can access it at clerkconnect.com. After creating an account, you can purchase day access or a monthly subscription. Clerk Connect indexes cover civil case records, criminal records, property records, and land documents. Images of documents are available for recent filings; older records may be index-only.

DocuNet is a second portal used by the Acadia Parish Clerk. It serves a similar function and may have different coverage or pricing. Check the official clerk website for current subscription rates and to determine which portal best meets your needs.

The image below shows the Clerk Connect portal used for online access to Acadia Parish court records across the state.

Once logged in to Clerk Connect, you can search Acadia Parish records by party name, case number, or date range.

Note: Online records are provided for research convenience. Only records inspected in the clerk's office are considered official for legal purposes.

Court Record Fees in Acadia Parish

The Acadia Parish Clerk of Court charges fees set by state law and local schedules. Knowing what to expect before you request records will save time. Fees are paid by cash, check, or money order, confirm with the office before mailing payments.

Standard copy fees are $1 per page. Certified copies cost $5 per page. For criminal records specifically, a criminal disposition runs $10 for a plain copy or $15 for a certified copy. Criminal transcripts cost $1 per page. A criminal or civil history search costs $20 per search, regardless of how many records are found.

Vital records have separate fees. Birth certificates are $34 each. Death certificates cost $26 each. These fees are in line with state rates set by the Louisiana Department of Health and the Clerk's office.

For online access through Clerk Connect or DocuNet, subscription fees apply. Day passes and monthly plans are available; contact the portals directly or check the clerk's website for current rates.

Note: All fees are subject to change. Call the office at (337) 788-8881 to confirm current rates before submitting a request.

Public Record Access in Acadia Parish

Louisiana law gives the public the right to inspect and copy court records held by the Clerk of Court. This right comes from the Louisiana Public Records Act. Under La. R.S. 44:1, public records include all documents, writings, and data made or held by a public body in the course of its official duties. Court records kept by the Acadia Parish Clerk fall squarely within that definition.

Under La. R.S. 44:31, any person has the right to inspect, copy, or reproduce a public record. The custodian, in this case, the Clerk of Court, cannot ask why you want to see a record. You do not have to explain your reason. Inspection of records at the courthouse is free of charge. Fees only apply when you ask for copies.

Under La. R.S. 44:32, the custodian must give you access promptly. If the records you need are not immediately available, the office must tell you when they will be ready. You are entitled to receive copies in the format you request, as long as it is reasonable.

Some records are exempt from public access. Juvenile court records, adoption files, certain mental health proceedings, and other categories restricted by state or federal law are not open to the public. If the clerk cannot provide a record, they should tell you the legal basis for withholding it.

Expungements in Acadia Parish

If you have a criminal record in Acadia Parish and want to seek an expungement, you will need to file a motion with the district court and pay fees to several agencies. The process can take up to six months from start to finish, so plan ahead if you need a clean record for employment or housing purposes.

The fees for an expungement in Acadia Parish are as follows. You pay $200 to the Clerk of Court. You pay $250 to the Louisiana Bureau of Criminal Identification and Information. You pay $50 to the District Attorney's office. You pay $50 to the Sheriff's office. Each payment must be made by a separate money order. The clerk will not accept a single payment covering all agencies.

After filing, the court will review your petition and notify the relevant agencies. The process involves background checks, a waiting period for objections, and a court hearing if needed. An attorney is not required, but many people find the process easier with legal help. Contact the Acadia Parish Clerk at (337) 788-8881 to get the current expungement packet and confirm the exact fee amounts before you begin.

Note: The Acadia Parish Clerk cannot give legal advice about whether you qualify for an expungement. Consult an attorney if you have questions about eligibility.

Nearby Parishes

These parishes are near Acadia Parish. File your records request in the parish where the case was originally filed.