Beauregard Parish Court Docket Records
Beauregard Parish court docket records are filed with the Clerk of Court in DeRidder, Louisiana, the parish seat. The office keeps civil suits, criminal cases, land records, marriage licenses, and other official filings for the 36th Judicial District. Whether you need to look up a Beauregard Parish court docket case or get copies of filed documents, this page walks you through the process from start to finish.
Beauregard Parish Quick Facts
Beauregard Parish Clerk of Court
Hon. Brian S. Lestage serves as Clerk of Court for Beauregard Parish. Chief Deputy Sandy Hyde assists with daily operations. The office is at 200 W. 2nd Street in DeRidder, inside the courthouse. This is where all civil and criminal docket records for Beauregard Parish are filed, stored, and made available to the public during normal business hours.
| Clerk of Court | Hon. Brian S. Lestage |
|---|---|
| Chief Deputy | Sandy Hyde |
| Address | 200 W. 2nd St., Courthouse, DeRidder, LA 70634 (Physical); P.O. Box 100, DeRidder, LA 70634 (Mailing) |
| Phone | (337) 463-8595 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | beauregardclerk.org |
The fax number is (337) 462-3916. The clerk's website at beauregardclerk.org provides office contact information and may include links to online search tools. Call the office at (337) 463-8595 before visiting to confirm what records are available and what fees apply.
The image below comes from the Clerk Connect portal, a statewide system that provides online search, e-recording, and e-filing for participating Louisiana parishes including those served by the 3rd Circuit.
Clerk Connect allows users to search docket indexes and, for registered users, submit filings or recorded documents electronically.
Searching Beauregard Parish Court Dockets
Start your Beauregard Parish court docket search online using the eClerks LA portal. This statewide tool lets you look up civil case indexes, land records, marriage licenses, and probate filings at no cost. Viewing full document images may require a paid subscription. The portal works best in Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
In-person searches are available at the courthouse in DeRidder from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Bring photo ID. For older, non-digitized records, in-person access is often the only reliable option. Staff can help you find records by party name, case number, or filing date.
Mail requests are accepted. Send a written request to P.O. Box 100, DeRidder, LA 70634. Include the name of the parties, the type of record, and the approximate date. Enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope. Call the office first to get the exact copy fee before mailing any payment.
Note: Beauregard Parish records from before the mid-1990s may not appear in digital systems. Plan to visit the courthouse if you need older files.
Beauregard Parish Docket Record Categories
The Clerk of Court for Beauregard Parish maintains several types of records. Civil docket records include lawsuits, judgments, and appeals from the 36th Judicial District. Criminal records include felony and misdemeanor cases. Property and land records, including conveyances, mortgages, and liens, are also filed here and are commonly searched by lenders and property buyers.
Marriage licenses issued in Beauregard Parish are on file at the DeRidder courthouse. Probate and succession records for estates handled through the parish court system are also held by the clerk. UCC filings and other commercial documents round out the types of records available.
- Civil suits and court judgments
- Criminal case records
- Conveyances, mortgages, and liens
- Marriage licenses
- Probate and succession filings
- UCC and commercial documents
Public Records Access in Beauregard Parish
Under La. R.S. § 44:32, any adult in Louisiana has the right to inspect public court records without giving a reason. The Beauregard Parish Clerk of Court must make public records available for free inspection during business hours. Copy fees apply when you want printed or digital copies.
Not all records are open. Juvenile court files are sealed under the Louisiana Children's Code, Art. 412. Sealed civil cases, adoption records, grand jury proceedings, and mental health records are restricted by law. If you are uncertain whether a specific Beauregard Parish court docket record is available for public inspection, call (337) 463-8595 and ask the clerk's office directly.
Note: Louisiana law does not let the clerk ask why you want a public record. You can simply state the type of record and the parties involved, and the clerk must provide access if the record is public.
Legal Help in Beauregard Parish
Louisiana Law Help offers free, easy-to-read guides for navigating court processes in Louisiana. The site covers how to file cases, read dockets, and understand your rights. For legal representation in the DeRidder area, the Louisiana State Bar Association provides a lawyer referral service.
Appeals from the 36th Judicial District go to the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeal, based in Lake Charles. The final court of appeals in Louisiana is the Louisiana Supreme Court. For federal cases, use PACER to search federal court dockets. The Louisiana Secretary of State's clerk directory is also useful for finding contact info for any parish clerk's office statewide.
Cities in Beauregard Parish
DeRidder is the parish seat and is where all Beauregard Parish court docket filings are processed. Other communities in the parish, including Merryville and Rosepine, do not have separate court systems. All court records for Beauregard Parish residents are filed with the Clerk of Court in DeRidder.
Nearby Parishes
Beauregard Parish is in southwest Louisiana, sharing borders with several other parishes. Use the links below to find court docket records in neighboring areas.