Bossier City Court Docket Access
The Bossier City court docket is maintained by the Bossier Parish Clerk of Court for the 26th Judicial District Court. Cases filed for Bossier City residents are part of the Bossier Parish court docket, which covers civil, criminal, family, and property matters. You can search Bossier City court docket records online through Clerk Connect or visit the clerk office in Benton, the Bossier Parish seat.
Bossier City Quick Facts
Where to Find Bossier City Court Dockets
The Bossier Parish Clerk of Court manages all court docket records for the 26th Judicial District Court. The clerk office is in Benton, the Bossier Parish seat, located south of Bossier City. The 26th JDC courthouse is in Benton, not in Bossier City itself. Despite that, the Benton office holds all court records for cases filed throughout Bossier Parish, including all Bossier City cases. If you need to go in person, the drive from Bossier City to Benton takes about 15 minutes.
Public access to court docket records is governed by La. R.S. § 44:32. Any person 18 or older can inspect court records without providing a reason. Fees apply for copies. The clerk's website at bossierclerk.com has current hours and access information.
| Court | 26th Judicial District Court - Bossier Parish |
|---|---|
| Address | 204 Burt Blvd., 3rd Floor, Benton, LA 71006 |
| Phone | (318) 965-2336 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | bossierclerk.com |
The Bossier Parish Clerk of Court at bossierclerk.com manages the official court docket for the 26th Judicial District, with the main office located in Benton, the parish seat.
The clerk portal serves Bossier City residents filing cases in the 26th JDC and provides access to civil, criminal, and land records for Bossier Parish.
How to Search Bossier City Court Dockets
The Bossier Parish Clerk of Court uses Clerk Connect for online court docket access. Through clerkconnect.com, you can search by party name or case number. The system supports inquiry searches as well as e-recording and e-filing for those who need to file documents with the court. Civil, criminal, family, and property records are all accessible through this platform. This makes it useful for both searching existing records and submitting new filings electronically.
The statewide eClerks LA portal also provides free index access to Bossier Parish records. This is a good first stop if you just need to check whether a case was filed or find a case number. Once you have the case number, Clerk Connect or an in-person visit can give you full docket details and document images. Use the free index first, then go deeper if needed.
For in-person access, drive to the clerk office at 204 Burt Blvd. in Benton. Bring a party name or case number. Staff can pull docket records and help you with copies. Bring photo ID to the courthouse. The Louisiana Secretary of State clerk directory lists current Bossier Parish clerk contact details.
Bossier City Court Docket Record Types
The 26th JDC handles all major case types for Bossier Parish. The court docket covers civil disputes, family law matters, probate cases, criminal charges, and property records.
Civil cases include contracts, property disputes, and personal injury actions filed in Bossier Parish. Family cases cover divorce, custody, child support, and related domestic matters. Probate and succession cases deal with wills and estates in the parish. Criminal cases include felony charges filed by the Bossier Parish District Attorney. Property records include mortgages and conveyances recorded with the clerk.
Juvenile records are restricted under Louisiana Children's Code Art. 412. Sealed cases are closed to the public. All other Bossier City court docket records are public under La. R.S. § 44:32. Any adult may view them without giving a reason.
Bossier City Court and Municipal Dockets
Bossier City has its own city court in addition to the 26th JDC. The Bossier City Court handles lower-level civil matters and city-level cases that do not go to district court. Its docket is separate from the district court docket maintained by the Bossier Parish Clerk of Court in Benton. Contact Bossier City directly for information on city court docket records and how to access them.
The 2nd Circuit Court of Appeal handles appeals from the 26th JDC. That court is based in Shreveport, just across the Red River from Bossier City. Appellate docket records for Bossier City cases can be found through that court's own docket system if you need to track an appeal after a 26th JDC ruling.
Legal Help in Bossier City
Northwest Louisiana Legal Services provides free civil legal help to eligible residents in the Bossier City area. The Louisiana State Bar Association has a statewide lawyer referral service. Louisiana Law Help explains how to navigate the clerk of court system and access court docket records in Louisiana. The Louisiana Supreme Court website covers court structure and how appeals work statewide.
Nearby Cities with Court Docket Pages
Shreveport is just across the Red River from Bossier City and shares the same circuit court of appeal. Monroe and Alexandria are also within the north Louisiana region.
- Shreveport - Caddo Parish, 1st JDC
- Monroe - Ouachita Parish, 4th JDC
- Alexandria - Rapides Parish, 9th JDC
Bossier Parish Court Docket Records
For more on the parish court system, search tools, and clerk resources, visit the Bossier Parish court docket page.