Allen Parish Court Records Search
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Allen Parish court records are the official documentation of legal proceedings conducted in Louisiana's 33rd Judicial District. These files span the complete arc of a case — from initial petition and summons through motions, rulings, and final judgment — and cover criminal prosecutions, civil disputes, family law matters, and probate proceedings. The Allen Parish Clerk of Court, Stacey Hurst, is responsible for maintaining, preserving, and making these district court records publicly accessible under Louisiana law.
If you're researching court matters in Louisiana, LouisianaCourts.us — the Louisiana Supreme Court's official website — provides statewide judicial information, local court rules, and resources that can help you identify the right court for a particular case. Locally, you can access records in person at the courthouse, by mail, by email, by fax, or through the Clerk's online subscription portal. The sections below explain exactly how to locate, request, and interpret court records in Allen Parish.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Allen Parish?
The Allen Parish Clerk of Court is the central repository for all district court case records. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding legal holidays. All visitors to the Allen Parish Courthouse must pass through a metal detector at the front entrance, and cell phones are not permitted inside — so plan to arrive 30 to 45 minutes before any scheduled court appearance.
Allen Parish Clerk of Court
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Clerk of Court | Stacey Hurst |
| Physical Address | 400 West Sixth Avenue, Oberlin, LA 70655 |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 248, Oberlin, LA 70655 |
| Phone | (337) 639-4351 |
| Fax | (337) 639-2030 |
| apinfo@centurytel.net | |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. |
Search and Access Methods
- In person — Visit the clerk's office at the Allen Parish Courthouse to search records on the public terminal, request copies, or speak with staff directly.
- Online via ClerkConnect — The ClerkConnect portal provides remote access to Allen Parish civil, criminal, and property records. A subscription is required: $20 per day, $100 per month, or $1,200 per year. Online copies retrieved through this portal are not certified.
- Mail, fax, or email — Written requests submitted to the clerk's office by mail, fax at (337) 639-2030, or email at apinfo@centurytel.net are accepted for records not requiring in-person authentication.
- Court docket — The 33rd Judicial District Court publishes its Division A and Division B dockets online, listing upcoming hearing dates across civil, criminal, family, and juvenile matters.
Are Court Records Public in Allen Parish?
Louisiana's Public Records Law, La. R.S. 44:1 et seq., establishes that most government records — including court records — are open for public inspection and copying. Any person of the age of majority may request access to public records held by the Clerk of Court without needing to state a reason.
That said, a number of record categories are expressly exempt from disclosure. In Allen Parish, the following types of court records are confidential and unavailable to the general public:
- Juvenile and adoption records — protected from disclosure to preserve the interests of minors
- Mental health evaluations and treatment records — withheld under privacy statutes
- Sealed and expunged case records — inaccessible without a court order authorizing release
- Confidential informant information — withheld to protect law enforcement sources
- Attorney-client communications — privileged and exempt from public records requests
- Sexual offense victim records — victim identities and related identifying details are shielded by statute
- Trade secrets and proprietary commercial data — excluded from public records obligations
- Personal identifiers — Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, and similar sensitive data are redacted from publicly accessible records
Birth records are confidential for 100 years after the year of birth under La. R.S. 40:41. Death records carry a 50-year confidentiality period. After those periods expire, the records become accessible through the Louisiana State Archives without restriction.
Allen Parish Criminal Court Records
Criminal proceedings in Allen Parish are divided between the 33rd Judicial District Court — which handles felony charges — and the Oakdale City Court and various Mayor's Courts, which handle municipal violations and lower-level misdemeanor matters. Under the 33rd JDC's local rules, Division A and Division B judges rotate between civil and criminal dockets.
Searching Criminal Court Records
Criminal case files held by the Clerk of Court are searchable through the ClerkConnect online portal (subscription required) or by visiting the clerk's office in person. The clerk's website also provides direct access to the Authority Records Web Inquiry for Criminal cases, which lets you review criminal docket information without a full subscription.
Arrest Records
Arrest and booking records are maintained separately from court case files by the Allen Parish Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff's Office publishes a live inmate roster on its website showing current detainees at the Allen Parish Detention Center. To request official arrest records, contact the Sheriff's Office directly:
Allen Parish Sheriff's Office
7340 Hwy 26 W, P.O. Box 278, Oberlin, LA 70655
Phone: (337) 639-4353 (24 hours)
Fax: (337) 639-2855
Crime Stoppers Hotline: (337) 389-7001
Municipal and Mayor's Courts
Misdemeanor violations and local ordinance matters are handled by several courts within Allen Parish:
| Court | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Oakdale City Court | 333 East 6th Ave., P.O. Box 565, Oakdale, LA 71463 | (318) 335-1121 |
| Kinder Mayor's Court | 333 North 8th St., P.O. Box 947, Kinder, LA 70648 | (337) 738-2620 |
| Oberlin Mayor's Court | 103 East 6th Ave., P.O. Box 370, Oberlin, LA 70655 | (337) 639-4333 |
| Reeves Mayor's Court | 18370 Hwy 190, P.O. Box 119, Reeves, LA 70658 | (337) 666-2613 |
Records from these courts are not held by the district court clerk. Contact each individual court for docket information and records access.
Allen Parish Civil Court Records
Civil cases in Allen Parish — contract disputes, personal injury claims, property disagreements, landlord-tenant matters, evictions, and small claims — are filed with and adjudicated by the 33rd Judicial District Court. The Allen Parish Clerk of Court maintains all civil case files.
Searching Civil Records Online
The ClerkConnect portal is the primary remote access tool for civil case information. Subscribers can search, view, and print civil case documents. Non-certified copies can be retrieved online; certified copies require a direct request to the clerk's office. Subscription tiers are $20 per day, $100 per month, or $1,200 per year, with printing available at an additional per-page cost.
In-Person and Mail Requests
To request copies of civil case documents directly from the clerk:
- Identify the case by party name, case number, or approximate filing date.
- Contact the clerk's office by phone at (337) 639-4351, by email at apinfo@centurytel.net, or visit in person during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.).
- Confirm applicable copy fees before submitting a formal written request.
- For mail requests, send a written request with the case identifying information and a check or money order for applicable fees to P.O. Box 248, Oberlin, LA 70655.
33rd Judicial District Court — Civil Division
400 West 6th Avenue, P.O. Box 248, Oberlin, LA 70655
Phone: (337) 639-4351 | Fax: (337) 639-2030
The 33rd JDC Self-Help Center provides legal information for self-represented litigants in Allen Parish, including procedural guidance for civil filings.
Allen Parish Family Court Records
The 33rd Judicial District Court handles all family law matters in Allen Parish — divorce and separation, child custody and visitation, child support, paternity, adoption, domestic violence, and dependent child proceedings. These matters may appear on either the Division A or Division B docket depending on scheduling. Division B also handles juvenile CINC (Children in Need of Care) hearings and 72-hour hearings in addition to civil matters.
Divorce Records
Divorce decrees — the court orders formally dissolving a marriage — are maintained by the Allen Parish Clerk of Court. To get a certified copy of a divorce decree, contact the clerk's office with the names of both parties and the approximate year of filing. The clerk will confirm the case number and applicable fees at the time of the request. Written requests may also be submitted by mail, fax, or email.
For statewide divorce certificates (summary records of divorce events rather than full court decrees), Allen Parish divorces from 1958 forward may be requested through the Louisiana Department of Health, Center for Vital Records and Statistics. The fee is $7.00 per certified copy. Requests can be submitted using the Application for Marriage/Divorce Certificate (Form VS-230) online through VitalChek, by mail, or in person at the Vital Records Central Office, P.O. Box 60630, New Orleans, LA 70160. A $0.50 state charge is added to all mail-in and VitalChek orders.
Marriage Records
Marriage licenses are issued and recorded by the Allen Parish Clerk of Court. The clerk maintains local marriage records, and certified copies may be requested in person, by mail, by fax, or by email. Access to marriage record indices is also available through the ClerkConnect portal for subscribers. Statewide marriage records may alternatively be obtained through the Louisiana Department of Health Vital Records office using the VS-230 application form.
Birth and Death Records in Family Proceedings
Birth and death certificates are frequently needed in child custody, adoption, and succession proceedings. Under La. R.S. 40:41, both record types are restricted during their confidentiality periods. Certified copies are available from the Louisiana Vital Records Registry at the following fees:
| Record Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Birth Certificate | $15.00 per copy |
| Birth Certificate + Birth Card (pair) | $24.00 per pair |
| Death Certificate (LDH-issued) | $7.00 per copy |
| Clerk of Court–issued Death Certificate | $26.00 per copy |
The birth and death ordering packet containing required application forms is available from the Louisiana Department of Health. Mail requests should go to: Center for Vital Records and Statistics, P.O. Box 60630, New Orleans, LA 70160, with a check or money order payable to "Louisiana Vital Records". A $0.50 state surcharge applies to all mail-in orders. VitalChek online and phone orders at (504) 593-5100 are also accepted with an additional security fee.
Births that cannot be located through LDH may alternatively be requested locally through the Allen Parish Clerk of Court at (337) 639-4351.
Allen Parish Probate Court Records
In Louisiana, the process of settling a deceased person's estate is called succession rather than probate, but the procedures are handled by the same court — the 33rd Judicial District Court in Allen Parish. Succession proceedings, wills, interdictions (the Louisiana equivalent of guardianship), conservatorships, and trusts are all filed with the Clerk of Court and managed through the district court.
Finding and Requesting Probate Records
Succession and interdiction files that are not sealed are accessible to the public. To locate a specific case, contact the Allen Parish Clerk of Court with the decedent's or ward's name and, if known, the approximate filing year or case number. Cases can also be searched through the ClerkConnect online portal for subscribers.
Certified copies of succession documents — including wills admitted to probate, letters testamentary, and judgment of possession — must be requested directly from the clerk's office. Non-certified copies can be printed through ClerkConnect at an additional per-page fee.
Allen Parish Clerk of Court — Probate/Succession Filings
400 West Sixth Avenue, Oberlin, LA 70655
Mailing: P.O. Box 248, Oberlin, LA 70655
Phone: (337) 639-4351 | Fax: (337) 639-2030
Email: apinfo@centurytel.net
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Wills and Estate Planning Records
Wills registered with the Allen Parish Clerk of Court become part of the official court record upon admission to probate. Individuals may also register a notarial will with the clerk prior to death, which creates a public record of its existence. The 33rd JDC Self-Help Center provides procedural guidance for self-represented parties navigating succession matters without an attorney, including information on small succession affidavits available for modest estates.
Justice of the Peace Courts
Allen Parish also has four Justice of the Peace courts covering Wards 1 through 4 that handle limited civil matters. Their contact information is as follows:
| Ward | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Ward 1 | P.O. Box 304, Oberlin, LA 70655 | (337) 639-4929 |
| Ward 2 | 122 Mayo Ortega Road, Kinder, LA 70648 | (337) 738-6559 |
| Ward 3 | P.O. Box 41, Reeves, LA 70658 | (337) 666-2427 |
| Ward 4 | 1299 Palestine Road, Mittie, LA 70654 | (337) 634-5317 |