Ascension Parish Court Docket

The Ascension Parish court docket is maintained by the Clerk of Court at 607 E. Worthey Street in Gonzales. Records include civil suits, criminal cases, divorces, adoptions, property filings, and more. You can search the Ascension Parish court docket online through the clerk's website or contact the office directly to request copies of docket records, judgments, and filed documents from the 23rd Judicial District.

Ascension Parish Clerk of Court

Hon. Bridget Hanna serves as Clerk of Court for Ascension Parish. Chief Deputy Stacy Sagona also works out of the Gonzales courthouse. The clerk's office is organized into several departments: Civil Suits, Recording, and Criminal and Minute Clerks. Each department handles a specific set of records, so knowing which department you need can save time when you visit or call.

The fax number is (225) 621-8403. The clerk's email is bhanna@ascensionclerk.com. A separate department phone number, (225) 473-9866, handles calls for Civil Suits, Criminal and Minute Clerks, Elections, Recording, and Jury Duty. Note that the Ascension Parish office opens at 8:00 AM, one half hour earlier than most other Louisiana parish clerk offices.

The image below comes from the Ascension Parish Clerk of Court website, which shows the online search portal and department contact details for Ascension Parish court docket records.

Use the clerk's website to find the right department, check office hours, and access online search tools for Ascension Parish docket records.

Ascension Parish Court Docket Departments

The Ascension Parish Clerk of Court divides its work into three main departments. Understanding the structure helps you get to the right records faster.

The Civil Suits department handles adoptions, civil and criminal appeals, civil pleadings, civil case searches, custody matters, and divorce filings. If you need an Ascension Parish court docket record related to a civil case, this is the department to contact. They keep track of all civil case activity from initial filing through final judgment.

The Recording department manages conveyances and property transfers, mortgages and liens, marriage licenses, online access to land records, passports, and UCC filings. This department is the go-to for real estate searches and mortgage history. Most online property searches in Ascension Parish go through this department's records.

The Criminal and Minute Clerks department oversees criminal case minutes, criminal motions, criminal case searches, expungements, and juvenile court matters. This is where you would look up a criminal docket in Ascension Parish or ask about getting a record expunged. Juvenile records, however, are sealed by law and not available for public inspection.

Note: Call (225) 473-9866 to reach the correct department before visiting the courthouse in person.

How to Search Ascension Parish Court Dockets

You have several options to search the Ascension Parish court docket. The clerk's website at ascensionclerk.com offers online access for land records and other document searches. Check the "Online Access" section of the Recording department pages to find the search tool that fits your needs.

In-person searches are available at the first floor of 607 E. Worthey Street in Gonzales. The office opens at 8:00 AM Monday through Friday, which gives you an early start. Bring a valid photo ID. Staff can pull records by name, case number, document type, or date range.

For mail requests, send your inquiry to 607 E. Worthey Street, Gonzales, LA 70737-4244. Include the name of the parties, type of record, and date range. Enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope and call ahead for fee information before sending payment. Copy fees in Louisiana are typically $0.50 to $1.00 per page.

Ascension Parish is one of the faster-growing parishes in Louisiana, so the docket can be active with new civil and real estate filings. For the most current information, check the clerk's website or call the office directly.

Public Records Law and Ascension Docket Access

Louisiana law gives you the right to inspect court docket records. Under La. R.S. § 44:32, any adult can request public records from the Ascension Parish Clerk of Court without stating a reason. Inspection during business hours is free. Copy fees apply for printed or digital copies.

Certain records are off-limits. Juvenile court files are sealed under the Louisiana Children's Code, Art. 412. Adoption records and sealed civil matters are also restricted. Records that contain unredacted Social Security numbers or financial account numbers may be partially withheld. If you are unsure about a specific record, call the clerk's office to ask before visiting.

Legal Help for Ascension Parish Residents

Finding an attorney or legal aid service in Ascension Parish is easier with a few key resources. Louisiana Law Help provides free guidance on court processes, civil procedures, and how to read docket records. It is a good first stop if you are new to the court system.

The Louisiana State Bar Association has a lawyer referral service that covers the Ascension Parish area. Appeals from the 23rd Judicial District go to the 1st Circuit Court of Appeal in Baton Rouge. The top court in Louisiana is the Louisiana Supreme Court. For federal case lookups, use PACER.

Cities in Ascension Parish

Ascension Parish includes the community of Prairieville, which qualifies as a city for this site. All court filings for Prairieville residents go through the Ascension Parish Clerk of Court in Gonzales. Ascension Parish is also home to Gonzales (the parish seat), Sorrento, and other smaller communities that use the same Gonzales courthouse.

Nearby Parishes

Ascension Parish shares borders with several other parishes in southeast Louisiana. Use the links below to find court docket records in nearby areas.