Search Slidell Traffic Court Records
Traffic court records in Slidell are processed through the City Court of East St. Tammany, formerly known as the City Court of Slidell. The court serves residents of the 8th and 9th Wards of St. Tammany Parish and handles adult and juvenile traffic cases, DWI first and second offenses, and misdemeanors. Slidell has about 28,000 residents and sits on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain, making it one of the busiest courts in the parish.
Slidell Quick Facts
City Court of East St. Tammany
Formerly City Court of Slidell, serving the residents of 8th and 9th Wards of St. Tammany Parish. The name changed but the court serves the same area. Sherry Philips is the clerk of court. The courthouse is on Bouscaren Street in Slidell, easy to find near the center of town.
The court handles several types of cases. On the traffic side, it covers all moving violations, parking tickets, and traffic misdemeanors. It also handles DWI first and second offenses. Civil jurisdiction goes up to $50,000, and small claims up to $5,000.
| Court | City Court of East St. Tammany |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Sherry Philips |
| Address | 501 Bouscaren St Slidell, LA 70458 |
| Phone | (985) 643-1274 |
| Fax | (985) 646-2618 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | citycourtest.com |
The St. Tammany Parish Clerk of Court website below is the main resource for parish-level court records, including those from the 22nd Judicial District Court.
The clerk's site provides record search tools, office contact info, and links to court services for the entire parish.
Slidell Traffic Fine Schedule
The City Court of East St. Tammany publishes a fine schedule for common violations. Knowing the amount before you go to court or pay online helps you plan ahead. Here are some of the main fines.
Speeding fines depend on how much over the limit you were going. For 1 to 14 miles over, the fine is $272.50. Going 15 to 20 over costs $297.50. If you were 21 or more miles per hour over the speed limit, a court appearance is mandatory. You cannot just pay that one off.
Other common fines in Slidell include:
- Stop sign or red light violation
- No insurance
- Expired registration
- Seat belt violations
- Cell phone use while driving
Fines change from time to time. Call the court at (985) 643-1274 to confirm the exact amount for your ticket. Do not assume the number on your citation is still current if it has been a while since you got it. Court costs can change between sessions.
22nd Judicial District Court
More serious traffic cases from Slidell go to the 22nd Judicial District Court, which covers all of St. Tammany and Washington Parishes. Third and later DWI offenses, felony hit and run, and vehicular homicide cases are heard at the district court level.
The screenshot below shows the 22nd JDC website, which serves as the main information hub for the district court covering Slidell and the rest of St. Tammany Parish.
The 22nd JDC site lists judges, court schedules, and contact numbers for both the Covington and Slidell court locations.
The city court listing below shows the court's official entry with contact information and service area details.
This listing confirms the court address, phone number, and the wards it serves within St. Tammany Parish.
How to Search Traffic Court Records
To search for a Slidell traffic court record, contact the City Court of East St. Tammany at (985) 643-1274. The clerk can look up cases by name, citation number, or case number. In-person searches at 501 Bouscaren St are available during business hours.
Under La. R.S. 44:1, traffic court records are public. Anyone can request to see them. Copies cost a per-page fee. Certified copies cost more. Call ahead to check current pricing.
For records from the 22nd JDC, contact the St. Tammany Parish Clerk of Court at sttammanyclerk.org. District court and city court records are kept in different systems. Know which court has your case before you start looking.
Legal Help in Slidell
The St. Tammany Bar Association has a lawyer referral service. Southeast Louisiana Legal Services helps low-income residents with certain legal matters. Louisiana Law Help has free self-help guides on traffic court and what to expect.
For simple tickets, you usually do not need a lawyer. Pay it or contest it on your own. For DWI, accidents with injuries, or repeat offenses, legal help makes a real difference. The penalties for serious traffic crimes in Louisiana are not light. Get advice before your court date.
St. Tammany Parish Traffic Court Records
Slidell is in St. Tammany Parish on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. For complete details on parish courts, the 22nd JDC, and record access across the parish, visit the full parish page.
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