Search Vermilion Parish Court Docket
The Vermilion Parish court docket covers civil, criminal, probate, and family cases filed with the 15th Judicial District Court in Abbeville, Louisiana. The clerk's office at 100 N. State St. serves as the official keeper of all case records, land instruments, and related documents filed in this south Louisiana parish.
Vermilion Parish Quick Facts
Vermilion Parish Clerk of Court
Hon. Diane Meaux Broussard serves as the Vermilion Parish Clerk of Court. The office is at Suite 101, 100 N. State St. in Abbeville, the parish seat. The 15th Judicial District is shared with Acadia and Lafayette parishes, each with its own clerk. Vermilion's clerk maintains all case records and land instruments for this parish alone.
The clerk's website at vermilionclerk.com offers court-related information and resources from the Abbeville office. You can contact the office by phone, fax, or email for inquiries about specific records or fee schedules.
| Clerk | Hon. Diane Meaux Broussard |
| Address | 100 N. State St., Suite 101, Abbeville, LA 70510 |
| Phone | (337) 898-1992 ext. 243 |
| Fax | (337) 898-9803 |
| vermilionclerk@cox-internet.com | |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM |
| Website | vermilionclerk.com |
The screenshot below shows the Clerk Connect multi-parish portal, one of the main platforms for searching Vermilion Parish court docket and land records online.
Source: clerkconnect.com
Clerk Connect and eClerks LA are the two main statewide platforms for remote Vermilion Parish record searching.
How to Search Vermilion Court Docket Records
Start at vermilionclerk.com to see what the office currently offers online. For broader access, check eClerks LA, which provides a free index for many Louisiana parishes. Enter a party name, case number, or date range to see what comes up. Paid subscriptions are needed for document images.
Clerk Connect covers civil, criminal, land, and UCC records for many parishes, including Vermilion. Both platforms work in Chrome, Edge, and Firefox. If online tools don't return what you need, call the clerk at (337) 898-1992 ext. 243 or email vermilionclerk@cox-internet.com. Mail requests go to 100 N. State St., Suite 101, Abbeville, LA 70510.
Vermilion Parish Docket Record Types
The 15th Judicial District in Abbeville handles civil suits, criminal cases, probate matters, and family law filings. Civil records cover contract disputes, property cases, and tort claims. Criminal records range from misdemeanors to felonies. Probate files document successions and guardianship matters. Family law records cover divorce, custody, and child support.
The clerk is also the recorder of official acts. Conveyances, mortgages, and other land instruments filed in Vermilion become permanent public records. UCC filings and notarial acts are stored here as well. The office's stated mission is providing court-related information and resources from the Abbeville location.
- Civil suits and judgments
- Criminal charges and dispositions
- Probate and succession filings
- Family court matters
- Conveyances and mortgage records
- UCC filings and notarial acts
Online Access to Vermilion Parish Dockets
eClerks LA and Clerk Connect are the two main options for remote searching. eClerks offers a free index with a paid subscription for images. Clerk Connect is a subscription tool that covers civil, land, and UCC records. Check both platforms to see what is currently indexed for Vermilion Parish.
The 3rd Circuit Court of Appeal handles appeals from the 15th Judicial District, including Vermilion cases. The circuit court's website at la3circuit.org provides information on appellate case status and opinions. If your case has been appealed, that is the right place to look for appellate docket information.
Source: la3circuit.org
The 3rd Circuit handles appeals from south-central Louisiana, including Vermilion, Acadia, and Lafayette parishes.
Vermilion Parish Public Records Law
Louisiana's public records statute, La. R.S. § 44:32, gives any adult the right to inspect court records without providing a reason. Free inspection is available during business hours. Copies cost $0.50 to $1.00 per page. Certified copies carry an added fee; ask the clerk for the current schedule.
Some records are closed to the public. Juvenile files are protected under Louisiana Children's Code Article 412. Adoption records, sealed court orders, grand jury materials, and certain mental health records are restricted. If the clerk denies your request, ask for the specific statute that applies.
La. R.S. § 13:503 keeps court hearings open to the public. Most 15th Judicial District proceedings are open, and most filed documents become accessible as soon as they are submitted.
Legal Resources in Vermilion Parish
The Louisiana State Bar Association can help you find an attorney who practices in the 15th Judicial District. Louisiana Law Help provides free guides on the clerk's role and how to access public records. The Louisiana Supreme Court website offers downloadable forms for common civil and family matters.
Cities in Vermilion Parish
Abbeville is the parish seat and the main city in Vermilion Parish. Other communities include Kaplan, Gueydan, and Maurice. All district court filings go through the clerk's office in Abbeville.
Nearby Parishes
Vermilion borders Lafayette to the north and Iberia to the east. Cameron Parish lies to the south and west.