Civil Court Records in Cameron Parish

Cameron Parish civil court records are filed and maintained at the Clerk of Court office in Cameron, Louisiana. The Clerk is the official custodian of all civil case filings, judgments, land records, and marriage licenses for the parish. You can search Cameron Parish civil court records online through the eClerks LA portal, visit the Cameron courthouse in person, or send a written request by mail to access case files and related public documents.

Cameron Parish Clerk of Court

Susan Racca serves as Clerk of Court for Cameron Parish. The office at 119 Smith Circle in Cameron is the official keeper of all parish records, including civil case filings for the 38th Judicial District Court. As the office states, "The Clerk's office maintains all official records for the parish." The office is self-supporting through statutory fees rather than local taxes.

Cameron is Louisiana's least populous parish, covering a large coastal area in the far southwest corner of the state. The clerk's office in Cameron handles all civil, land, and vital records for the parish. Staff files all petitions, motions, answers, and judgments in civil cases. They also record real property transactions, including conveyances and mortgages, and issue marriage licenses. Given the parish's small size, visits tend to be straightforward and staff are familiar with most ongoing matters.

The Cameron Parish Clerk of Court website at cameronclerk.com provides contact details, service information, and a link to the eClerks LA portal for online record access. The site also notes services related to land records and vital records available at the Cameron courthouse.

The Cameron Parish Clerk of Court website at cameronclerk.com provides links to eClerks LA and contact information for the Cameron courthouse office.

How to Search Cameron Parish Civil Court Records

Cameron Parish civil court records are available through the eClerks LA online portal, in person at the Cameron courthouse, or by mail. Online access is the fastest option for a basic name or case search. In person visits let you view the full case file and get certified copies the same day. Mail requests work when you cannot make the trip to Cameron.

Cameron Parish takes part in the eClerks LA statewide portal. This system operates under La. R.S. 13:754 and covers all 64 Louisiana parishes. The index search is free and does not require an account. You can search civil, land, marriage, and probate records by party name or document type. Results show basic case data like names and filing dates. To view full document images, visit the courthouse in person or check the clerk's website for premium access options.

The Cameron courthouse is located at 119 Smith Circle in Cameron. It is accessible during regular business hours, Monday through Friday. Because Cameron Parish is sparsely populated and the courthouse is in a remote coastal location, calling ahead at (337) 775-5316 before making a trip is recommended, particularly if you have a large or complex records request.

eClerks LA at eclerksla.com provides free index access to Cameron Parish civil court records and is the fastest way to begin a name-based search from anywhere.

The Cameron Parish Clerk's website describes available services and record types for civil court records, land records, and vital records maintained at the Cameron courthouse.

Note: For mail requests to the Cameron Parish Clerk of Court, use the mailing address P.O. Box 1270, Cameron, LA 70631, and include the party name, case number if known, copy fee payment, and a self-addressed stamped envelope.

Civil Court Records in Cameron Parish

The Cameron Parish Clerk of Court keeps all civil filings for the 38th Judicial District Court. Civil cases here include personal injury suits, contract disputes, property matters, debt collection actions, successions, and family law cases. Every document filed becomes part of the public record unless a judge seals it. The clerk must maintain and provide access to all of these records under Louisiana law.

Under Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure Article 251, the Clerk of Court is responsible for keeping and sharing all filed court documents with the public. Anyone can ask to view a civil case file in Cameron Parish. You do not need to be a party to the case. You do not need to say why you want to look. Inspection of records is always free under the Louisiana Public Records Act, La. R.S. § 44:1-41. You pay only when asking for copies.

Land records at the Cameron clerk's office include conveyances and mortgages for real property in Cameron Parish. These records are relevant for property disputes, succession matters, and title research. Vital records such as marriage licenses are also issued and stored at this office. As the clerk's office notes, "Land records and civil records available for research." All of these are open for public inspection subject to copy fee rules.

Cameron Parish sits along the Gulf Coast and has seen significant impacts from storms over the years. Some older records may have been affected by flooding events. Call the clerk's office directly to confirm the availability of records from specific time periods, particularly older ones that may have been impacted by natural events.

Cameron Parish Civil Record Fees

Cameron Parish follows standard Louisiana copy rates for civil court records. Uncertified copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies run $5.00 to $10.00 depending on the document type. In-person inspection at the Cameron courthouse is always free. You only pay when you ask for copies to be made and taken home.

For mail requests, include a written letter with the party name or case number, a check or money order made out to the Cameron Parish Clerk of Court, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. If you are unsure about the total cost, call (337) 775-5316 before sending payment. Processing times depend on current office workload.

Nearby Parishes

These parishes border or are near Cameron Parish. Civil cases are filed in the parish where a party lives or where the dispute is located. Cameron is a coastal parish, so many cases that involve nearby communities may be filed in Calcasieu or Vermilion Parish instead.