Find Iberville Parish Court Records

Iberville Parish court records are kept by the Clerk of Court in Plaquemine and are available online through ClerkConnect for civil searches and through eClerksLA for land records from the 18th Judicial District. The office also provides walk-in birth certificate service, a recent addition that makes Iberville a convenient stop for multiple types of vital and court records.

Iberville Parish Clerk of Court

Amy Patin serves as Clerk of Court for Iberville Parish. The office is located at 58050 Meriam Street in Plaquemine and is the official custodian of all court records filed in the 18th Judicial District. The clerk handles civil and criminal matters, land records, and vital records for the parish. A recent development worth noting: birth certificates are now available as a walk-in service from this office, with hours running through 4:00 PM for that specific service.

The office manages two distinct types of online access. For civil records, the clerk directs users to ClerkConnect. For land records and other document types, eClerksLA is the appropriate portal. Both are accessible through the clerk's website at ibervilleclerk.com, which also covers information about recent legislative changes affecting how pleadings are handled in the parish.

The ClerkConnect login portal is the starting point for online civil record searches in Iberville Parish.

For civil searches, the clerk's office directs users to subscribe and log in through clerkconnect.com/login to access Iberville Parish civil court records remotely.

Note: Under La. R.S. 44:33.1, the clerk must publicize the name and contact details of the public records custodian. That information is available on the clerk's website and by calling (225) 687-5160.

Searching Iberville Parish Court Records Online

Iberville Parish offers two online portals. Each covers different record types. Knowing which one to use saves time and avoids confusion when searching for Iberville Parish court records.

For all civil searches, the clerk's office has provided clear direction: use ClerkConnect. The official guidance states "For all civil searches, please visit and subscribe to the website below." The portal is at clerkconnect.com/login. A subscription allows remote access to civil case records by party name, case number, or date range. E-filing for civil cases runs through the same platform.

For land records and other record types, eClerksLA at eclerksla.com provides statewide access to clerk records. This portal is operated by the Louisiana Clerks Remote Access Authority and covers land record indexes for participating parishes. Free index searches are available at the basic level; full document image access requires a paid subscription.

In-person searches are also available at 58050 Meriam Street during business hours. No appointment is needed for most records requests. Staff can assist with civil case lookups, criminal filings, and land records. For mail requests, send written requests with party name, date range, and prepayment for copy fees to P.O. Box 423, Plaquemine, LA 70765.

Note: Effective January 1, 2026, Act 352 of the 2025 Louisiana Legislature changes how civil and criminal pleadings are handled in Iberville Parish. Verify current filing requirements with the clerk before submitting any new pleadings after that date.

Types of Iberville Parish Court Records

The Iberville Parish Clerk of Court maintains a broad set of records for cases and filings in the 18th Judicial District. Civil records include lawsuits, judgments, domestic filings, injunctions, and civil appeals. These are the records most commonly searched through ClerkConnect. Online access covers current and recent filings; older civil records may require an in-person or written request to the office in Plaquemine.

Criminal records cover charges, arraignments, plea entries, verdicts, and sentencing for adult defendants. These are public records under Louisiana law. The extent of criminal record coverage available online should be confirmed with the clerk's office, as the portal's criminal coverage may differ from its civil scope. For any criminal case not accessible through the online portal, a direct request to the clerk is the right approach.

Land records for Iberville Parish are accessible through eClerksLA and include mortgage filings, conveyance records, and UCC documents. Title companies and real estate attorneys use these records for every property transaction in the parish. Birth certificates are now also available directly from the Iberville Parish Clerk of Court as a walk-in service during office hours, with the last request accepted at 4:00 PM.

Juvenile records are sealed under Louisiana law. Sealed cases and restricted filings are not public. Outside those categories, the full range of civil, criminal, land, and vital records held in Plaquemine are subject to Louisiana's public records framework.

Iberville Parish Court Records and Public Access Law

Access to Iberville Parish court records is grounded in Louisiana's public records statutes. Under La. R.S. 44:1, a public record is any document made or kept by a public body in the course of official duties. The Iberville Parish Clerk of Court is a public body. Civil case records, criminal filings, land records, and vital records held in Plaquemine all fall within this definition.

The right to inspect and copy public records is protected by La. R.S. 44:31. Any person may request access. No reason is required. No legal interest in the case must be shown. The law places the burden on the record custodian to identify a specific exemption if one applies. For most Iberville Parish court records -- civil suits, criminal cases, property filings -- no exemption exists and the records are open.

Under La. R.S. 44:32, the clerk must respond promptly. If a record is on hand and not exempt, access must be provided quickly. If more time is needed to locate the document, the requester must be notified within three business days. For Iberville Parish court records available through ClerkConnect or eClerksLA, digital access is nearly immediate. For older records or records not yet digitized, the in-person and written request process applies.

La. R.S. 13:507 confirms that court records in Louisiana are public documents. This applies to all case records produced by the 18th Judicial District Court and held by the Iberville Parish Clerk of Court in Plaquemine.

Copy Fees and 2026 Legislative Changes

Viewing records in person at the Iberville Parish Clerk is free. Fees apply when you request copies. Standard copy rates in Louisiana are typically $1.00 per page for plain copies. Certified copies -- those with the clerk's official seal -- carry a higher per-page rate. Confirm current fees with the office at (225) 687-5160 before submitting any payment by mail.

Online access through ClerkConnect carries its own subscription pricing. Check clerkconnect.com/login for current rates. eClerksLA offers free land record index searches; full document image access requires a paid subscription through that portal. Birth certificates obtained in person from the Iberville Parish Clerk also carry their own separate fee -- confirm the amount with the office before your visit.

Starting January 1, 2026, Act 352 of the 2025 Louisiana Legislature changes requirements for civil and criminal pleadings filed in Iberville Parish. The clerk's office has flagged this change directly on its website. Attorneys and parties filing in Iberville Parish should review the act's requirements and confirm current procedures with the clerk before submitting pleadings after that date. The full text of Act 352 is available through the Louisiana Legislature's website.

Nearby Parishes

These parishes are near Iberville Parish. Always request records from the parish where the case was filed.