Access East Feliciana Parish Court Docket
The East Feliciana Parish court docket is kept by the Clerk of Court in Clinton, serving the 20th Judicial District that East Feliciana shares with West Feliciana Parish. Civil, criminal, family, and land records from district court proceedings are all part of the public record available through the clerk's office or the clerk's website.
East Feliciana Parish Quick Facts
East Feliciana Parish Clerk of Court
Hon. David Dart is the Clerk of Court for East Feliciana Parish. His office is at 12305 St. Helena St. in Clinton. The clerk maintains all court docket records for the 20th Judicial District from East Feliciana, including civil suits, criminal cases, family proceedings, successions, and land records. The office also issues marriage licenses and records notarial acts.
The clerk's staff includes a court reporter, Tara Joiner, and a bailiff, Terry Dunn, for Division B Judge Sydney Picou Walker. This division handles a range of civil and criminal matters on the East Feliciana docket.
| Clerk of Court | Hon. David Dart |
|---|---|
| Address | 12305 St. Helena St., Clinton, LA 70722 Mailing: P.O. Drawer 599, Clinton, LA 70722 |
| Phone | (225) 683-5145 |
| Fax | (225) 683-3556 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | www.eastfelicianaclerk.org |
The clerk's site at eastfelicianaclerk.org provides information on court docket access, office procedures, and marriage license requirements for East Feliciana Parish.
The East Feliciana Clerk of Court website is the starting point for court docket research and service inquiries in the parish.
How to Search East Feliciana Parish Court Dockets
Begin at the clerk's website at eastfelicianaclerk.org. The site links to online access options and explains how to request records. You can also use eClerks LA, the statewide portal, to search the index for free. Full document images require a subscription.
In-person research is available during office hours at the Clinton courthouse. Bring a party name or case number. The clerk's staff can pull records from the system or physical files. For records that predate the digital system, older paper files may need to be retrieved manually.
Mail requests can be sent to P.O. Drawer 599, Clinton, LA 70722. Include full case details, your return address, and payment for any copies. The office will process requests and respond by mail when time allows.
East Feliciana Parish Court Docket Record Types
The East Feliciana court docket covers civil, criminal, family, and land records from the 20th Judicial District. Civil cases include money suits, contract disputes, and property claims. Criminal cases include all felony and misdemeanor charges filed in the district. Family records cover divorce, custody, support, and related domestic proceedings.
Succession and probate records for parish residents are filed with the clerk. The office also records mortgages, conveyances, and judgment liens. Marriage licenses are issued here with specific requirements: both parties must be 18 or older, provide a state-certified birth record, social security number, and valid driver's license or ID. Previously married parties must show a certified judgment of divorce or death certificate. The license fee is $27.50 cash only, and the license must be obtained at least 24 hours before the ceremony and used within 30 days.
Online Access to East Feliciana Parish Court Dockets
Online access options for the East Feliciana Parish court docket include eClerks LA, the statewide portal created by the Louisiana Clerks of Court Remote Access Association. Free index searches show case names, numbers, and filing dates. A paid subscription unlocks full document images you can view and print from home.
The clerk's website at eastfelicianaclerk.org may also link to additional search options. Check there first, as local portals sometimes cover records not yet in the statewide system. Use Chrome, Edge, or Firefox for best results with online search tools.
For old records that have not been digitized, the only option is an in-person visit to Clinton or a mail request. Call (225) 683-5145 to ask what years are available online before making the trip.
Public Records Access in East Feliciana Parish
Under La. R.S. § 44:32, any Louisiana resident 18 or older can inspect public records without providing a reason. Inspection is free during normal office hours. Copy fees are typically $0.50 to $1.00 per page.
Not all records are open. Juvenile case files are sealed under the Children's Code. Adoption records, sealed orders, mental health records, and grand jury proceedings are restricted. The clerk's office will let you know if a record is restricted when you ask for it.
The Louisiana Secretary of State clerk directory maintains current contact information for East Feliciana Parish and all other parish clerks.
Legal Help Resources
Louisiana Law Help explains how to use the clerk of court system and what types of records are available. This is a good resource if you are not familiar with court docket searches.
The Louisiana State Bar Association provides attorney referrals. East Feliciana cases that go to appeal are heard by the First Circuit Court of Appeal. The Louisiana Supreme Court website has court forms, rules, and self-help tools.
Cities in East Feliciana Parish
Clinton is the parish seat and courthouse location for East Feliciana Parish. Jackson and Wilson are other communities in the parish. All East Feliciana Parish residents file court cases and access court docket records through the clerk's office in Clinton.
Nearby Parishes
East Feliciana Parish is in the Florida Parishes region of southeast Louisiana, sharing the 20th District with West Feliciana. Neighboring parishes each maintain their own court docket records and clerk offices.