Search Cameron Parish Court Docket
Cameron Parish court docket records are maintained by the Clerk of Court in the town of Cameron, seat of the 38th Judicial District. Civil suits, criminal filings, and family court cases are all part of the public record you can search or request through the clerk's office.
Cameron Parish Quick Facts
Cameron Parish Clerk of Court
Hon. Susan Racca is the Clerk of Court for Cameron Parish. Her office keeps the official court docket for the 38th Judicial District and handles all filings for civil, criminal, family, and land record cases. The courthouse is located in the town of Cameron on the Louisiana Gulf Coast.
| Clerk of Court | Hon. Susan Racca |
|---|---|
| Address | 119 Smith Circle, Cameron, LA 70631 Mailing: P.O. Box 549, Cameron, LA 70631 |
| Phone | (337) 775-5316 |
| Fax | (337) 775-7172 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
Cameron Parish does not have a dedicated clerk's website at this time. The statewide portal shown below provides access to the Cameron Parish court docket index through eClerks LA.
The eClerks LA statewide portal gives access to court docket records across Louisiana, including Cameron Parish.
Use the eClerks LA portal to search the Cameron Parish court docket index online before contacting the clerk's office directly.
How to Search Cameron Parish Court Dockets
Online access to the Cameron Parish court docket is available through eClerks LA. The case index is free to browse. Full document images need a paid subscription. You can search by party name, case number, or filing type.
For older records or documents not yet in the digital system, you must visit the clerk's office in Cameron. The office is open Monday through Friday. Bring as much case detail as you can to speed up the search. Staff can assist with in-person requests.
Mail requests are accepted at the P.O. Box. Include a clear description of what you need, your contact information, and payment for copy costs if you want paper copies sent back.
Cameron Parish Court Docket Record Types
The Cameron Parish court docket includes records from civil, criminal, and family proceedings in the 38th Judicial District. Civil records cover property disputes, contract claims, and personal injury suits. Criminal records include felony and misdemeanor cases prosecuted in the district. Family records cover divorce, child custody, and related domestic matters.
The clerk also keeps property records such as mortgages, acts of sale, and conveyances. Succession and probate records for Cameron Parish decedents are filed with this office. Judgment liens recorded against local property are part of the public record as well.
- Civil suits and judgments
- Criminal case filings
- Family court matters (divorce, custody)
- Succession and probate records
- Mortgage and conveyance documents
- Traffic citations and violations
- Judgment liens
Online Court Docket Access for Cameron Parish
eClerks LA is the primary online tool for searching the Cameron Parish court docket. This statewide system was built by the Louisiana Clerks of Court Remote Access Association. It works in Chrome, Edge, and Firefox. Registration is free for index searches.
Subscribers who pay for full access can view and print document images from their computer. If you are doing routine case research, the free index is often enough to confirm a case exists and get the filing date and case number.
Cameron Parish does not currently offer its own standalone online search portal. All online docket access runs through eClerks LA. Contact the clerk at (337) 775-5316 with any questions about what is available digitally.
Public Records Access in Cameron Parish
Court records in Louisiana are open to the public. La. R.S. § 44:32 requires the custodian of public records to present any public record to any person 18 or older who asks. No reason needs to be given. Inspection is free during business hours. Copies carry a fee, typically $0.50 to $1.00 per page.
Some records are sealed or restricted by law. Juvenile records are protected under the Children's Code. Adoption files, sealed court orders, mental health records, and grand jury proceedings are not open to the public. The clerk can tell you if a specific record falls into a restricted category.
The Louisiana Secretary of State clerk directory provides contact details for all parish clerks in the state, including Cameron.
Legal Help and Court Resources
Louisiana Law Help has a plain-language guide explaining what a clerk of court does and how to access records. It is useful if you are new to the court system and not sure where to start.
For attorney referrals, contact the Louisiana State Bar Association. The Louisiana Supreme Court website has court forms and self-help links. Cameron Parish cases that go on appeal are heard by the Third Circuit Court of Appeal in Lake Charles.
Cities in Cameron Parish
Cameron is the parish seat and the home of the courthouse. Other communities in the parish include Hackberry, Grand Chenier, and Holly Beach. All residents of Cameron Parish file cases and access court docket records through the clerk's office in Cameron.
Nearby Parishes
Cameron Parish sits in the southwest corner of Louisiana. The parishes nearby each have their own court docket records and clerk offices.