Find Court Records in Grant Parish

Grant Parish court records are held by the Clerk of Court in Colfax, Louisiana. The office maintains marriage, divorce, land, probate, military, and court records dating back to 1878. You can search Grant Parish court records through the eClerks LA statewide portal or contact the Colfax courthouse to request copies in person or by mail during regular business hours.

Grant Parish Clerk of Court

Mona Lemoine serves as the Clerk of Court for Grant Parish. The office is located at 200 Main Street in Colfax, Louisiana 71417. The mailing address is P.O. Box 263, Colfax, LA 71417-0263. The main phone number is (318) 627-3246. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

The Grant Parish Clerk of Court is part of the 35th Judicial District. The office holds an unusually broad range of record types for a parish of its size. Marriage, divorce, land, probate, military, and court records are all maintained here, with records dating back to 1878. This makes the clerk's office an important resource for both legal research and historical record searches in Grant Parish. Staff can assist with name searches, copy requests, and certified document orders for any of these categories.

For online access to Grant Parish court records, use the eClerks LA portal at eclerksla.com. This statewide portal provides remote search access to indexes and, in many cases, document images for parishes across Louisiana.

The image below shows the eClerks LA statewide portal, which is the main online tool for searching Grant Parish court records and other Louisiana parish records remotely.

The eClerks LA portal at eclerksla.com provides a centralized interface for searching Grant Parish court records and other Louisiana parish clerk databases without visiting a courthouse in person.

How to Search Grant Parish Court Records

Grant Parish court records can be searched online through the eClerks LA portal or in person at the Colfax courthouse. The online option is best for index searches and basic case lookups. The in-person option is better when you need to view original documents, request certified copies, or search older records not yet digitized.

To search online, go to eclerksla.com and select Grant Parish. Run a name search or case number search. Basic index results are typically available without an account, showing party names, case numbers, and filing dates. Document image access may require a subscription or registered account depending on the record type and the access tier the parish offers through the portal.

For in-person searches, go to 200 Main Street in Colfax during office hours. Bring a photo ID. Staff can run name searches, pull case files, and retrieve land records, probate records, and other document types from the archive. For records dating back to 1878, ask staff whether those older files are available in a digital format or if a physical search of the archive is required. Copy fees apply for any documents you take with you.

Note: Call (318) 627-3246 before visiting if you need very old records or documents from an uncommon category like military records. Staff can confirm availability and any special retrieval steps.

Types of Court Records in Grant Parish

Grant Parish court records cover a wide range of document categories. The clerk's office holds marriage records, divorce records, land records (conveyances and mortgages), probate records, military records, and general court records, all dating back to 1878 when Grant Parish was created. This gives researchers access to over 140 years of official parish records through one office.

Civil court records document suits filed in the 35th Judicial District Court, including petitions, judgments, and case orders. Criminal court records cover felony and misdemeanor cases handled at the district court level. Probate records document the handling of estates in Grant Parish, including wills, successions, and related filings. Military records, which are less common in many parishes, are also part of the Grant Parish clerk's holdings.

Under La. R.S. 44:1, public records in Louisiana include any document made or received by a public body in the conduct of official business. Grant Parish court records fall squarely within this definition. Most are open to public inspection. La. R.S. 13:507 confirms that district court records are specifically designated as public documents, which means filings in the Grant Parish court are presumed to be publicly accessible unless a specific legal exemption applies.

Online Access to Grant Parish Court Records

Online access to Grant Parish court records is available through the eClerks LA portal at eclerksla.com. This statewide portal connects users to parish clerk systems across Louisiana and provides name-based searches for court and land record indexes. The level of online access available for Grant Parish through the portal depends on what the clerk has made available through the system, which may include index results, document images, or both.

The Louisiana Clerks of Court Remote Access Association (LCRAA) manages the eClerks LA platform and works with participating parishes to provide remote access to property records. For parishes in the LCRAA program, property records going back to 1973 may be available for free remote viewing. Check the portal directly to see what Grant Parish offers under this program.

Under La. R.S. 44:31, any person has the right to inspect and copy public records maintained by a government custodian. The eClerks LA portal is one way Grant Parish makes this right available remotely. In-person access at the Colfax courthouse remains the backup option and provides the most complete access to the full archive, including older records that may not yet be available online.

Court Record Fees in Grant Parish

Standard fees apply to copies of Grant Parish court records. Plain copies typically cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies carry an additional certification fee on top of the per-page rate. Name search fees may apply when staff must conduct a manual search of records not in the digital index. Call the clerk's office at (318) 627-3246 for current pricing before submitting any paid request.

Under La. R.S. 44:32, custodians may charge the actual cost of providing access to public records, including reasonable fees for search time when a request requires significant staff effort. Viewing records in person at the clerk's office is generally free if you are not copying them. If you want copies, the per-page fee applies. Mail requests should include a self-addressed stamped envelope and payment by check or money order.

Online access fees through the eClerks LA portal are set by the portal provider and are separate from any fees charged directly by the Grant Parish clerk's office for paper copies or certified documents.

Public Records Law and Grant Parish Court Records

Louisiana's Public Records Act is the legal foundation for access to Grant Parish court records. Under La. R.S. 44:31, any person has the right to inspect and copy public records held by a government custodian. The Grant Parish Clerk of Court is that custodian for all records filed in the 35th Judicial District and for land and vital records in the parish. No reason is required to access most files, and access must be provided during regular office hours.

If a request is denied, La. R.S. 44:33.1 requires the custodian to state the reason for the denial in writing. This written denial gives you a formal basis to challenge the decision if you believe it was improper. Most Grant Parish court records are fully public. Exceptions include juvenile records, sealed criminal files, adoption records, and other record types protected by statute or court order. If you are unsure whether a specific document is available, call the clerk's office before making the trip to Colfax.

Nearby Parishes

These parishes neighbor Grant Parish. Request records from the parish where the case was filed.