Lafayette County, LA Public Records

Courts in Lafayette County

Court Records in Lafayette County, Louisiana

The Lafayette Parish Clerk of Court is the custodian of all court records, including the parish's civil and criminal case files. The public can access court records in Lafayette Parish remotely using the online court records portal. The Clerk's office manages the court records portal, allowing access to unsealed civil and probate case information with index searches from April 20, 1961. The database also contains information about criminal and traffic cases, such as the date of the offense, the charges filed, the case history, service details, minutes, and the outcome. To use the online court records portal, members of the public are required to register and pay a subscription fee. Note that the online court records portal may not contain adequate information on criminal records. Individuals who are interested in obtaining additional information about a criminal record have the option to utilize the statewide eClerks LA portal. This online portal is a comprehensive resource for accessing and reviewing criminal records, providing a convenient and efficient means for individuals to obtain the necessary information.

Jails and Prisons in Lafayette County

Find Inmate Search and Jail Records in Lafayette County, Louisiana

In Lafayette Parish, members of the public can locate an inmate in the parish correctional center by calling (336) 236-5400. Alternatively, requesters may use the Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections online inmate locator. This portal allows users to search for an inmate by location, name, and ID/case number and is updated every 24 hours.

Police Departments and Sheriff Offices in Lafayette County

Arrest Records in Lafayette County, Louisiana

In Lafayette Parish, arrest records are reports generated by the Sheriff's Office, p

police departments, including but not limited to the Lafayette PD, and other law enforcement agencies in the parish after an individual is arrested. Arrest records typically comprise the suspect's personal information, such as their name, date of birth, and residence, along with specifics concerning the arresting agency, the suspect's criminal history, and a thorough account of the circumstances surrounding the arrest. Anyone seeking access to these records may contact the agency responsible for the arrest. Arrest records maintained by the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Records Department can be obtained by submitting a public records request via email or in person by visiting the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Records Department at 303 West Vermillion St, Lafayette, LA 70501. Note that this service requires a fee. Arrest records maintained by the Lafayette Parish police department can be obtained by calling (337) 291-8600.