Terrebonne Parish Court Docket Records
The Terrebonne Parish court docket covers civil, criminal, probate, and family cases filed with the 32nd Judicial District Court in Houma, Louisiana. The clerk's office on Main Street in Houma holds all case records for this coastal parish, and this page explains how to find, access, and copy those records.
Terrebonne Parish Quick Facts
Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court
Hon. Jodie Burton serves as the Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court. The office is located at 7856 Main St. in Houma and handles all filings for the 32nd Judicial District, which covers only Terrebonne Parish. The clerk maintains civil, criminal, probate, land, and UCC records for the parish.
There is no public website for this clerk's office. Contact the office by phone or fax to ask about specific cases, fee schedules, or copy requests. In-person visits during regular hours are the most reliable option for searching older records that have not been digitized.
| Clerk | Hon. Jodie Burton |
| Address | 7856 Main St., Houma, LA 70360 |
| Mailing | P.O. Box 1569, Houma, LA 70361-1569 |
| Phone | (985) 868-5660 |
| Fax | (985) 868-8309 |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM |
The screenshot below shows the eClerks LA statewide portal, one of the main tools for searching Terrebonne Parish court docket records online.
Source: eclerksla.com
eClerks LA is the best free starting point for a Terrebonne Parish docket search when you cannot visit the courthouse in person.
How to Search Terrebonne Court Docket Records
Because the Terrebonne clerk does not run its own public online portal, your first step for remote searching is eClerks LA. The platform provides a free index for many Louisiana parishes. If Terrebonne data is available, you can search by party name, case number, or approximate date. Document images cost extra through a paid subscription.
Clerk Connect is a second multi-parish platform. It covers civil, criminal, land, and UCC records and may include Terrebonne case data. Both platforms require account registration and work best in Chrome, Edge, or Firefox.
For records not found online, call the clerk at (985) 868-5660 or send a mail request to P.O. Box 1569, Houma, LA 70361-1569. Include the full name of at least one party, the approximate filing year, and the case type. Add a check for expected copy fees if you know the amount.
Terrebonne Parish Court Docket Record Types
The 32nd Judicial District handles the full range of civil and criminal matters. Civil cases include contract disputes, property issues, and personal injury suits. Criminal records document charges from misdemeanors through serious felonies. Probate covers successions and interdictions. Family law records include divorce, custody, and child support filings.
The clerk also serves as the recorder of official acts for the parish. Conveyances, mortgages, and other land instruments filed in Terrebonne become part of the permanent public record. UCC filings and notarial acts are also stored in the clerk's office. Terrebonne's location on the Gulf Coast means the office also holds many maritime and oil-and-gas related civil filings.
- Civil suits and judgments
- Criminal charges and dispositions
- Probate and succession records
- Divorce and custody filings
- Conveyances and mortgage records
- UCC and notarial filings
Online Docket Access in Terrebonne Parish
Statewide tools are the main avenue for online searching in Terrebonne. eClerks LA provides a free index and a subscription option for document images. Clerk Connect adds civil and land record access through a separate subscription. Neither platform requires a visit to the courthouse.
For the most current status on what is available online, check both platforms before making the drive to Houma. If you find a case in the index but need the actual documents, you can request certified copies by mail or pick them up in person.
Terrebonne Parish Public Records Law
Louisiana's public records statute, La. R.S. § 44:32, gives every adult the right to inspect court records without stating a reason. Inspection during regular business hours is free. Copies cost $0.50 to $1.00 per page. Certified copies carry an added charge; ask the clerk for the current fee schedule.
Certain records are restricted. Juvenile case files are protected under Louisiana Children's Code Article 412. Adoption records are sealed. Grand jury materials, sealed orders, and certain mental health files are not available to the general public. If a request is denied, ask the clerk for the specific statute or court order that restricts access.
La. R.S. § 13:503 keeps court proceedings open to the public. Most 32nd Judicial District hearings are public, and most filed documents become accessible as soon as they are submitted to the clerk.
Legal Help in Terrebonne Parish
The Louisiana State Bar Association offers a referral service for attorneys practicing in the Houma area. Louisiana Law Help provides free plain-language guides on how the clerk's office works and how to access public records. The Louisiana Supreme Court website has downloadable forms for civil, family, and probate matters.
Cities in Terrebonne Parish
Houma is both the parish seat and the largest city in Terrebonne Parish, and it has a dedicated page on this site. Other communities in the parish include Thibodaux (in Lafourche Parish), Schriever, Gray, and Bayou Cane. Only Houma qualifies for a city page based on population.
Nearby Parishes
Terrebonne borders Lafourche to the east and St. Mary to the west. Assumption Parish lies to the north.