FAQ
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What is the cost of a Criminal and Civil History Search?
Accounting: Civil Suits
What do I need to include on my check or money order when mailing in a payment?
What are the ways I can submit a payment?
Why am I responsible to pay for something I didn’t file?
Why were my court costs sent to the Office of Debt Recovery?
How can I submit payment to the Office of Debt Recovery?
I never knew I had any court costs. Why am I suddenly getting a bill?
Can I make payment arrangements?
Birth Certificates
Where can I get a copy of my birth certificate?
What do I need to be able to get my birth certificate?
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Child Support
Where do I go for court?
Can I bring someone to court with me?
How do I file to decrease my child support?
What do I need to bring to court with me?
What happens if I cannot attend Court?
How soon can I expect court to be finished for the day?
How can I get another court date?
Where do I send my child support payment?
Who do I call if my address or employment changes?
What does the purge on my Writ of Attachment mean?
Civil
What does the Civil department do?
Conveyance & Mortgage
What documents are required to cancel Minor's Mortgage?
How to get a UCC Certificate?
Can you tell me who owns the property at a certain street address?
The Mortgage and Conveyance Department can only look up a piece of property by the who owner’s name or the name of who the property was acquired from. The Acadia Parish Assessor’s Office can look up property for you by address. You can contact their office at 337-788-8871.
Where do I pay my property taxes?
Parish taxes are paid at the Acadia Parish Tax Collector’s office. They are located on the 2nd floor in the Acadia Parish Courthouse. City or Town taxes must be paid at the City Hall or Town Hall of the taxing authority.
I want to do a property bond, where do I start?
You would contact the Mortgage department for assistance on obtaining a mortgage certificate.
How do I put land in someone else’s name?
What do I need to obtain a permit?
Criminal
Can I get a criminal disposition?
How much does it cost to file an expungement?
Criminal fees: $200 to Clerk of Court, $250.00 to Bureau of Criminal ID and Information, $50 to Office of the District Attorney, $50.00 to Acadia Parish Sheriff. Traffic fees: same as criminal plus additional $50 to the DMV.
Does the clerk’s office provide a form for expungement?
No, we do not have forms available. They may be obtain from either the Lafayette Bar Association or www.laclerksofcourt.org/resources/expungements
How long does it take for an expungement to be complete?
How can I get a criminal transcript?
Can you I have a criminal search done on someone?
How do I get the total cost of my traffic ticket?
Where can I pay my ticket?
Who is my probation officer?
You may contact the following for more information: Felony probation 337-262-5444. Misdemeanor Probation 337-740-0845.
When is my court date?
This information may be obtained by calling our office. We will have this information if charges have been filed by the District Attorney. If charges have not been filed yet, we suggest contacting the bondsman.
How can I get another court date?
Family
How do I file for custody?
How do I file for divorce?
What if I want to file for divorce but have not changed back to my maiden name?
Marriage
How do you get a marriage license in Louisiana?
How do I get a certified copy of my marriage license?
Do both parties have to be present to get a marriage license in Louisiana?
What do I need to apply for a Marriage License?
Can I get a copy of my marriage license in Acadia if I was married in another parish?
Do both parties need to be present to get a marriage license?
Passports
I want to get a passport. What do I need to bring with me?
What does my minor need to bring to apply for a passport?
What is the difference between a passport card and a passport book?
Will I get my original birth certificate back?
Can I get my passport picture taken in office?
What is the turnaround time for the passport process?
How long is my passport valid for?
My passport expired. How long do I have to renew it?
Records
Where can I find a succession?
How does a Research Department help the general public?
Can I view records online?
Restraining Orders
How can I get a domestic temporary restraining order?
You may fill out an application at the Clerk’s office. You must be able to provide a physical address for the person you are filing against. Once completed, it will be prepared on a legal document and presented to a Judge for signing.
Do I have to go to court when I file for a restraining order?
Do I need an attorney?
I’m new at this and don’t quite understand the form. Can the clerk’s office fill out my application for me?
Are there translators available? What languages are offered if so?
Clerk's Office Information
Physical:
500 NE Court Circle
Crowley, LA 70526
Mailing:
P.O. Box 922
Crowley, LA 70527
Fax 1st Floor: (337) 783-3855
Fax 2nd Floor: (337) 788-1048
Monday-Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Office Location
500 NE Court Circle
Crowley, LA 70526
P.O. Box 922
Crowley, LA 70527
Phone : (337)788-8881 | Fax 1st Floor:(337) 783-3855 | Fax 2nd Floor: (337) 788-1048
Monday-Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm