Access Avoyelles Parish Traffic Court Records
Avoyelles Parish traffic court records are maintained by the Clerk of Court in Marksville under the 12th Judicial District Court. Traffic fines are handled separately by the Avoyelles Parish Sheriff's Office. This page covers where to find records, how to pay fines, and what to know before your court date.
Avoyelles Parish Quick Facts
Avoyelles Parish Clerk of Court
The Avoyelles Parish Clerk of Court is located at 312 North Main Street in Marksville. The mailing address is P.O. Box 219, Marksville, LA 71351. Phone: (318) 253-7523. Fax: (318) 253-7578. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. This office maintains the official traffic court records for cases filed in the 12th Judicial District, including all citations issued in Avoyelles Parish.
The clerk's office is the right place to get copies of traffic court records. You can request case files, dispositions, and other court documents here. Certified copies cost more than plain copies. Standard rates apply: $1.00 per page for regular copies, $5.00 per document for certified copies. Bring a case number or the defendant's full name when you visit to speed up the search process.
The screenshot below shows the Louisiana state directory listing for Avoyelles Parish, including links to local government offices and contacts.
The Louisiana state directory provides quick access to Avoyelles Parish government offices, including the clerk of court and sheriff, for residents seeking records or assistance.
| Address | 312 North Main Street, Marksville, LA 71351 |
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| Mailing | P.O. Box 219, Marksville, LA 71351 |
| Phone | (318) 253-7523 |
| Fax | (318) 253-7578 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
Pay Traffic Fines in Avoyelles Parish
Traffic fines in Avoyelles Parish are paid at the Sheriff's Office, not the Clerk of Court. The Fines and Tax Office is at 675 Government Street in Marksville. Hours there are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, which is half an hour earlier closing than the clerk's office. The Sheriff's office says: "The Fines/Tax office is located at 675 Government Street, Marksville, LA 71351... When paying traffic citation, the citation, or a copy brought to the cashier, will greatly expedite the process." Bring the citation or a copy when you go to pay.
If you are paying by mail, there is a strict rule: postal money orders only. Personal checks are not accepted. Make the money order payable to APSO or AVOYELLES PARISH SHERIFF'S OFFICE. Include a copy of the citation with your payment. This helps staff apply the payment to the right case without delay.
There is another critical point to know. As the sheriff's office states: "Fines are determined by Avoyelles Parish 12th Judicial Judges and may change without prior notification." The fine total you see today could be different from what it was a month ago. Always confirm the current amount before sending payment. Do not rely on old paperwork or unofficial sources for the fine total.
One more thing: installment payments are not available before your court date. You must pay the full amount before the due date or appear in court. There are no payment plans for pre-court resolution. If you cannot pay in full, you need to appear on your court date and explain your situation to the judge.
Note: Mail-in payments must be postal money orders only. No personal checks. Include your citation number with every payment sent by mail.
Search Avoyelles Parish Traffic Court Records Online
For online record searches in Avoyelles Parish, the ClerkConnect platform provides access to conveyance, mortgage, and criminal index records. Traffic records are part of the criminal index. A subscription is needed for most searches. Day passes and monthly plans are available through the site.
The screenshot below shows the ClerkConnect statewide portal, which includes Avoyelles Parish criminal and civil court record indexes.
ClerkConnect provides remote access to Avoyelles Parish court record indexes, including traffic and criminal case data from the 12th Judicial District Court.
Under La. R.S. 44:1, Avoyelles Parish traffic court records are public records. Under La. R.S. 44:33.1, the clerk must publish contact information for the office. Anyone can request to see a court record in person for free. Copies have a fee. If you are not sure how to make a formal records request, contact the clerk's office or visit Louisiana Law Help for guidance.
City Courts in Avoyelles Parish
Avoyelles Parish has two city courts for local matters. Bunkie City Court is at 107 West Oak Street in Bunkie. Phone: (318) 346-7250. Marksville City Court is at 427 North Washington Street in Marksville. Phone: (318) 253-7860. If your citation was issued within either of these cities by a municipal officer, your case may be in city court rather than the 12th JDC. Check with the issuing agency to confirm which court has jurisdiction over your case.
Legal Help in Avoyelles Parish
If you need assistance with a traffic case in Avoyelles Parish, several resources can help. The statewide louisiana.gov directory lists local government contacts. For legal aid, Acadiana Legal Service Corporation serves the central Louisiana region. Call 211 to find out what free or low-cost legal help is available. The Louisiana Law Help site explains how the clerk's office works and how to navigate the court system on your own.
Nearby Parishes
Avoyelles Parish is in central Louisiana. These surrounding parishes each have their own traffic court records and clerk offices.