Find Houma Court Docket Records
Houma court docket records are held by two courts: the 32nd Judicial District Court, which handles all major civil, criminal, and family cases for Terrebonne Parish, and Houma City Court, which handles smaller claims and municipal matters within city limits. Together, these two courts maintain the full docket for Houma residents. This guide explains how to search both courts, what types of records are public, and how to use Louisiana's online tools to find case information without visiting the courthouse.
Houma Quick Facts
Where to Find Houma Court Dockets
The main court for Houma is the 32nd Judicial District Court, based on Main Street in Houma. This court handles all felony criminal cases, major civil disputes, family law matters, and succession proceedings for Terrebonne Parish. The clerk of court is Hon. Jodie Burton.
Houma City Court is a separate court that operates under state law for city residents. It handles civil claims up to a set dollar limit, misdemeanor offenses occurring within city limits, and traffic matters. The city court has its own docket, separate from the district court. Both courts maintain public records you can access under Louisiana law.
| Court | 32nd Judicial District Court |
| Address | 7856 Main St., Houma, LA 70360 |
| Phone | (985) 868-5660 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, business hours |
| Website | Contact clerk directly |
| Court | Houma City Court |
| Address | 8046 Main Street, Houma, LA 70360 |
| Phone | (985) 868-4232 |
| Website | citycourtofhouma.org |
The image below shows the Houma City Court, one of two courts that maintain Houma court docket records.
Both courthouses are on Main Street in Houma, a few blocks apart. If you are not sure which court has the case you need, start with the 32nd District for major cases and the city court for traffic or small claims.
How to Search the Houma Court Docket
For 32nd Judicial District records, the best starting point is eClerks LA, the statewide index search portal. It covers many Louisiana parishes including Terrebonne and lets you search by party name or case number at no cost. Full document access costs extra. For city court docket records, check the Houma City Court website at citycourtofhouma.org or call the court directly at (985) 868-4232.
The statewide Clerk Connect subscription portal also covers Terrebonne Parish civil and property records. This is useful if you need mortgage, conveyance, or UCC data in addition to case docket information. For most basic case searches, eClerks LA is the free option to try first.
Under La. R.S. § 44:32, adults 18 and older may inspect public court records in person without providing a reason. The clerk must produce records during normal business hours. Copy fees are generally $0.50 to $1.00 per page. La. R.S. § 13:503 confirms that court hearings are open to the public unless a judge orders otherwise.
When you call the 32nd District clerk at (985) 868-5660, staff can confirm whether a case exists and provide the case number so you can pull up the full docket. This phone step can save a trip to the courthouse.
Houma Court Docket Record Types
The Houma court docket covers a range of case types split between the district court and city court. District court dockets include felony criminal cases, civil suits over larger dollar amounts, family law proceedings like divorce and custody, and succession filings. These are the cases with the most public interest and the most detailed docket entries.
City court dockets in Houma cover civil claims under the court's jurisdictional limit, misdemeanor matters, and traffic violations within city limits. The city court also handles eviction proceedings and other summary matters. Records from both courts are public under Louisiana law, with limited exceptions.
Restricted records include juvenile cases under Louisiana Children's Code Art. 412, adoption proceedings, sealed case files ordered closed by a judge, and mental health commitment records. These are not available through standard public record requests.
Houma City Court and Language Access
Houma City Court provides language access services for people with limited English proficiency. The Language Access Coordinator is Doug Holloway, who also serves as Clerk and Court Administrator. He can be reached at (985) 868-4232, ext. 201, or by email at dholloway@tpcg.org. This service ensures that non-English speakers can access the city court docket and participate in proceedings.
This is an important resource for residents who need help understanding court notices or docket entries written in English. The court's commitment to language access also means that translation may be available for hearings and written documents in some cases.
Online Access to Houma Court Docket Records
The eClerks LA portal is the primary free tool for searching the Houma and Terrebonne Parish court docket online. It covers the 32nd Judicial District and allows name and case number searches. For civil property and UCC records, Clerk Connect is the subscription option.
For Houma City Court records specifically, the city court website at citycourtofhouma.org may have additional case search tools. Calling the court directly is often the fastest way to confirm whether a city court case exists before traveling to the courthouse.
Legal Help for Houma Residents
Residents who need help with a court docket matter in Houma can use several free resources. Louisiana Law Help covers clerk of court procedures, self-represented litigant guides, and help with common court forms. The Louisiana State Bar Association runs a lawyer referral program for people who want to consult with a licensed attorney.
South Louisiana Legal Services may offer free civil legal help to income-qualifying Houma residents. The 32nd District clerk's office staff can tell you which forms to file and confirm your case is in the right court, but they cannot give legal advice on the merits of your case.
Nearby Cities with Court Docket Pages
Houma is the parish seat of Terrebonne Parish and sits within reach of several other Louisiana cities with court docket resource pages.
- New Iberia - Iberia Parish, 16th Judicial District Court
- Lafayette - Lafayette Parish, 15th Judicial District Court
Each page covers the specific courthouse, online search tools, and contact info for that city's court system.
Terrebonne Parish Court Docket Records
For more on the parish court system, search tools, fees, and resources for this area, visit the Terrebonne Parish court docket page.