This page helps users work through Court Records in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, including civil, criminal, and court event information.
The main online access point is Clerk Connect, the portal service provider for the East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court. For court operations and proceedings, the 19th Judicial District Court serves East Baton Rouge Parish.
Clerk Connect court record inquiries
Clerk Connect provides online inquiry access for East Baton Rouge Parish court records. Use the record type that matches your search need before signing in or reviewing available options.
- Use the East Baton Rouge civil inquiry for civil case research.
- Use the East Baton Rouge criminal inquiry for criminal case research.
- Use the free court event inquiry to check court event information.
Clerk Connect also supports online research for Civil, Family, Probate, Criminal, Traffic, Mortgage, Conveyance, Map Indexes, and UCC records through one searchable system.
Civil suit records
The East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court Civil Suit Records Department houses information contained in civil cases. Publicly viewable case materials include pleadings, petitions, answers, exceptions, motions, and judgments filed in each case.
Current and older civil, family, and probate records are stored by record number range:
| Record group | 19th JDC Courthouse | City Hall | Archives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil records | 630,100 to present | 586,227 to 630,099 | Before 586,227 |
| Family records | 178,000 to present | 144,000 to 177,999 | Before 143,999 |
| Probate records | 103,000 to present | 80,000 to 102,999 | Before 80,000 |
Paperless civil records: the Clerk of Court no longer maintains paper files for civil suit records except for probate proceedings, original notes, foreign judgments, and certain administrative records.
Criminal records
The Criminal Records Department of the Clerk of Court assists the criminal judges with preparation and processing of criminal cases in the 19th Judicial District Courthouse. The department also safeguards evidence and permanently stores criminal records.
Records handled by the department include affidavits, bonds, warrants, and expungements. Eligible District Court expungements are also applied for and processed through Criminal Records.
Traffic case information
The Traffic Department handles tickets issued by East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office, Louisiana State Police Troop A, LSU Police, Southern University Police, BRCC Police, Central City Police, Baker City Police, Zachary City Police, Department of Public Service, Wildlife and Fisheries, Railroad Police, State Police Headquarters, and DOTD Police.
Online payment is available for certain East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office, Louisiana State Police, and LSU Police tickets when the court date has not passed and is more than 48 hours away. If the court date has passed, online payment is not available.
City police tickets: for Baton Rouge City Police matters, contact City Traffic Court at (225) 389-5278.
Online access fees and printing
ClerkConnect.com is the online research system for East Baton Rouge Parish civil, family, probate, criminal, property, and related records. Online printing and electronic certification are available for subscribers.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| 24 Hour Pass | $20 |
| Clerk Connect 30 Day Pass | $65 |
| 12 Month Pass | $780 |
| Additional users | $25 per month for each additional subscription |
| Printing fee | $0.60 per page |
| Certified document | $5 per certified document |
Credit card fees are not refundable. For online account questions, the Online Access Manager can help with account service, while technical questions route to MIS.
Court minutes and transcripts
Court transcripts are word-for-word records of court proceedings taken by a certified court reporter. To request a transcript, contact the section court reporter directly by email through the presiding judge’s Judicial Officers page.
Court minutes are summaries of proceedings showing what action the court may have taken. Minutes are maintained by the Clerk of Court and should be requested from the Civil or Criminal Records Department.
East Baton Rouge Parish court contacts
Use the office that matches the type of court record or service you need.
- East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court mailing address, P.O. Box 1991, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-1991. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
- Civil Suit Records Department. Phone: (225) 389-3972.
- Criminal Records Department, 19th Judicial District Courthouse, room 2501, 300 North Boulevard. Phone: (225) 389-3964.
- Traffic Department. Phone: (225) 389-4761.
- Archives Department. Phone: (225) 389-3988.
- Online Access Manager. Phone: (225) 389-7851.
- MIS technical support. Phone: (225) 389-5295.
- Public Service non-technical questions. Phone: (225) 389-3950.
- 19th Judicial District Court, 300 North Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70802. Phone: (225) 389-4700.
Common questions
Where can I search East Baton Rouge Parish civil court records online?
Use the Clerk Connect civil inquiry for East Baton Rouge Parish to begin a civil case search.
Where can I search criminal court records?
Use the Clerk Connect criminal inquiry for East Baton Rouge Parish. For record handling or expungement questions, contact Criminal Records at (225) 389-3964.
Is there a free court event search?
Yes. Clerk Connect provides a free East Baton Rouge court event inquiry for court event information.
Who maintains court minutes?
Court minutes are maintained by the Clerk of Court. Request them through the Civil or Criminal Records Department, depending on the case type.
Who handles older court records?
Older records are handled through Archives. For older records over 5 years, call (225) 389-3988.
Can the Clerk’s departments answer legal procedure questions?
No. Civil Processing and Family Processing state that deputy clerks are not qualified to make legal determinations or give legal advice.