Cameron Parish Court Records

Cameron Parish court records are maintained by the Clerk of Court in Cameron, Louisiana, covering civil cases, criminal cases, land transactions, and marriage licenses for this coastal southwest Louisiana parish. Records can be searched online through the eClerks LA statewide portal or by visiting the clerk's office in person at the Cameron courthouse.

Cameron Parish Clerk of Court

Susan Racca serves as the Cameron Parish Clerk of Court, the official custodian of all court records in the parish. The office is located at 119 Smith Circle in Cameron, and a mailing address is also available for those submitting requests by mail. The clerk's office handles court case filings, land records, marriage licenses, and birth and death certificates, making it one of the primary records repositories for Cameron Parish.

Cameron Parish is Louisiana's southernmost and westernmost parish, bordered by the Gulf of Mexico to the south and Texas to the west. Because of this coastal location, the parish has experienced significant hurricane damage over the years, which has affected local infrastructure. The courthouse and clerk's office continue to serve the public during regular hours. If you are traveling to Cameron for a records search, calling ahead is a good idea to confirm hours and access.

The Louisiana Supreme Court at lasc.org provides context for how the Cameron Parish district court fits within the larger state judicial system. The screenshot below shows the Louisiana Supreme Court homepage, a useful reference for understanding how parish-level courts connect to the state appellate structure.

Cameron Parish cases that are appealed go to the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeal, which covers southwest Louisiana.

Note: Because of Cameron Parish's remote coastal location, online access through eClerks LA is often the most practical way to search records without making a long drive to the parish seat.

How to Search Cameron Parish Court Records

The main way to search Cameron Parish court records online is through eClerks LA, the statewide portal operated by the Louisiana Clerks of Court Remote Access Association. This portal gives you free access to basic index searches for land records, marriage licenses, and civil case information across all 64 parishes, including Cameron. More detailed document access may require a subscription or per-document fee.

eClerks LA offers three levels of service for Cameron Parish records. The statewide portal search is free of charge and allows you to quickly find land records, marriage licenses, and civil case indexes. Parish search provides subscription-based access to Cameron-specific records in more detail. eClerks Alert is a free notification service that sends you a text or email whenever something is recorded in your name in Cameron Parish, which is useful for identity protection or monitoring property transactions.

For in-person searches, visit the clerk's office at 119 Smith Circle in Cameron during regular business hours. Bring the party name, approximate date, or case number you are searching. For older records or anything not available online, in-person access at the courthouse is the only option. Call ahead at (337) 775-5316 to confirm current hours before making the trip.

Note: The eClerks Alert service is free and worth setting up if you own property in Cameron Parish. It notifies you when any document is recorded in your name, which helps catch unauthorized filings early.

Types of Court Records in Cameron Parish

Cameron Parish court records include a broad range of document types. Civil case records cover lawsuits and legal disputes filed in the 38th Judicial District Court, including family law matters, contract disputes, and property cases. Criminal records document state charges filed in the district court, covering arraignments, hearings, pleas, and final dispositions. Both civil and criminal records are public under Louisiana law with limited exceptions.

Land transaction records include conveyances (property sales and transfers) and mortgages (liens and encumbrances). These records are essential for title searches and real estate due diligence. Marriage licenses are also issued and filed with the clerk. Birth and death certificates for Cameron Parish are another category held by this office, making it a key source for vital records in the parish.

The Cameron Parish Clerk's Office also handles jury duty administration and certain civil department records. Because the parish is small and rural, case volumes are lower than in urban parishes, but all standard record types are available through the same channels. The combination of vital records, court records, and land records in one office is typical of smaller Louisiana parishes.

Note: Records that are sealed by court order or classified as confidential, including juvenile records, are not public and will not appear in searches through eClerks LA or at the courthouse.

Online Access to Cameron Parish Court Records

The primary online portal for Cameron Parish court records is eClerks LA. This statewide system is operated by the Louisiana Clerks of Court Remote Access Association (LCRAA) and provides remote access to records from all 64 parishes. The screenshot below shows the eClerks LA portal, which is the starting point for online searches of Cameron Parish court records.

To use the portal, go to eclerksla.com and select Cameron Parish. From there, you can search by name, document type, or date range. The statewide portal search is free for basic index lookups. If you need full documents, you may need to subscribe or pay a per-document fee. The parish search tier gives you access to Cameron-specific records in more detail than the free statewide search.

The Cameron Parish Clerk's official website at cameronparishclerk.com also links to eClerks LA and provides current information about what is available online versus in person. E-recording through eClerks LA is available for Cameron Parish, which means title companies and lenders can submit documents electronically for recording without mailing paper copies to Cameron.

Note: eClerks LA is an official system operated by Louisiana clerks of court, not a third-party service. Records found through this portal reflect the official filings held by the Cameron Parish Clerk of Court.

Court Record Fees in Cameron Parish

Fees for Cameron Parish court records follow state guidelines set by the Louisiana Legislature. Standard copies of court documents typically cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies carry an additional per-document fee. For online access through eClerks LA, the fee structure depends on the subscription tier you use. Basic index searches are free, while full document access may require a paid subscription or per-document payment.

E-recording through eClerks LA also carries fees based on document type and page count. These fees are separate from the standard copy or search fees and are set by the LCRAA. If you are a frequent filer or title company that regularly records documents in Cameron Parish, a subscription account through eClerks LA may be cost-effective compared to paying per document.

For in-person requests, bring exact change or a check made out to the Clerk of Court. Mail-in requests should include a self-addressed stamped envelope and a check or money order for the estimated fee. Contact the clerk's office at (337) 775-5316 to confirm the current fee before sending a payment.

Note: Always confirm fees with the clerk's office before submitting a mail-in request. Underpayment can delay your request, and the office cannot process requests without the correct fee.

Public Records Law and Cameron Parish

Louisiana's Public Records Law is strong and clear. La. R.S. 44:1 defines public records broadly to include any document created or held by a public body in connection with its public duties. Cameron Parish court records, land records, and marriage licenses all fall within this definition and are open to any member of the public who asks to see them.

La. R.S. 44:31 guarantees the right of any person to inspect, copy, and reproduce public records. The Cameron Parish Clerk of Court cannot deny a lawful request without a valid legal basis. Under La. R.S. 44:32, the custodian must respond promptly and provide a specific timeline if a record is not immediately available. Written denials must cite a specific law as the basis for withholding the record.

Exemptions exist for juvenile records, records sealed by a judge, and certain investigative law enforcement materials. Outside of these narrow exceptions, the presumption in Louisiana is that public records are open. If you believe a record is being withheld without a valid reason, you can petition the district court for an order compelling disclosure under the Public Records Law.

Note: Cameron Parish borders Texas, and some legal matters may involve both state and federal courts. Federal court records for southwest Louisiana are maintained by the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana.

Cameron Parish: Louisiana's Coastal Courthouse

Cameron Parish occupies a unique position as Louisiana's southernmost and westernmost parish. The parish seat, Cameron, sits along the Gulf Coast near the mouth of the Calcasieu River. This location means that land records here often involve coastal property, mineral rights, and oil and gas leases, all of which are common in southwest Louisiana. If you are searching Cameron Parish court records for property-related matters, the conveyance and mortgage records held by the clerk are especially important.

The parish has been affected by major hurricanes over the years, which has periodically disrupted courthouse operations and impacted local infrastructure. The eClerks LA online portal is particularly valuable for Cameron Parish for this reason. Being able to access records remotely means that researchers, attorneys, and title companies do not have to travel to a potentially disrupted area to get the records they need. The clerk's office has worked to maintain record continuity despite the challenges of the parish's coastal environment.

If you own property in Cameron Parish or are considering purchasing land in the area, setting up a free eClerks Alert account is a practical step. The service notifies you when any document is recorded in your name in the parish, which can alert you to unauthorized transfers, liens, or other filings. This is especially useful in a parish where property ownership is closely tied to mineral rights and coastal land use.

Note: For property and mineral rights research in Cameron Parish, the conveyance and mortgage records held by the Clerk of Court are the primary official source. Title companies and landmen regularly use these records for oil and gas lease searches across southwest Louisiana.

Nearby Parishes

These parishes border Cameron Parish. File in the parish where the case was originally heard.