Find West Feliciana Parish Traffic Court Records
West Feliciana Parish traffic court records are kept by the Clerk of Court in St. Francisville, with cases processed through the 20th Judicial District Court. The 20th JDC is shared with East Feliciana Parish. This is one of Louisiana's smaller parishes, with a population under 16,000, so the court system operates on a smaller scale than urban areas. All traffic cases in the parish go through the district court since there is no separate city court.
West Feliciana Parish Quick Facts
West Feliciana Parish Clerk of Court
The West Feliciana Parish Clerk of Court is located at the corner of Prosperity and Ferdinand Streets in St. Francisville, LA 70775. Mailing address is P.O. Box 1843, St. Francisville, LA 70775. Phone: (225) 635-3794. The clerk's office is the official records keeper for the 20th JDC in West Feliciana Parish.
All traffic citations processed through the district court are filed here. The clerk maintains criminal case files, civil records, land records, and more. For traffic court records, you will want to contact the criminal division of the clerk's office. They can look up cases by name or case number.
The screenshot below shows the Louisiana state portal page for West Feliciana Parish, which lists local government offices and contact information.
The state portal page provides links to West Feliciana Parish offices, including the clerk of court and sheriff, along with other parish government contacts.
St. Francisville is a small town, and the courthouse reflects that. The clerk's office is not a large operation, but it handles all the same types of records as bigger parishes. Walk-in requests during office hours are the simplest way to get what you need.
| Address | Corner of Prosperity & Ferdinand Sts., St. Francisville, LA 70775 |
|---|---|
| Mailing | P.O. Box 1843, St. Francisville, LA 70775 |
| Phone | (225) 635-3794 |
| State Portal | louisiana.gov - West Feliciana |
20th Judicial District Court
The 20th JDC serves both West Feliciana and East Feliciana Parishes. The court has jurisdiction over all civil and criminal matters, including traffic cases. Since West Feliciana has no city court, every traffic citation in the parish is handled through the district court system.
The court sits at the West Feliciana Parish Courthouse in St. Francisville. Traffic court is part of the criminal docket. If you have a pending traffic case, check with the clerk's office for your court date. The clerk can also tell you which judge is assigned to your case and what courtroom to report to.
Because the 20th JDC is shared with East Feliciana, the judge may hold court in both parishes on different days. This is common in Louisiana's rural judicial districts. Make sure you know whether your court date is in St. Francisville or Clinton (the East Feliciana seat) before you head out.
Search West Feliciana Parish Traffic Records Online
The eClerks Louisiana portal covers court records from parishes across the state, including West Feliciana. Use this tool for remote searches. Some basic information is available for free, while detailed record access may require a subscription.
ClerkConnect is another option for searching parish court records online. Both platforms are useful for checking the status of a case or finding basic filing information without driving to St. Francisville.
For in-person searches, go to the clerk's office during business hours. Under La. R.S. 44:1, public records are open for inspection at no charge. You only pay for copies. Standard copies are $1 per page. Certified copies are more. Bring the case number or the person's name for the search.
Under La. R.S. 44:33.1, the records custodian must publish contact information. The phone number and address above satisfy that requirement. If you are unsure whether the clerk's office has a particular record, call (225) 635-3794 and ask.
The Louisiana Supreme Court directory lists the 20th JDC and all other courts in Louisiana. The Louisiana Law Help site has free guides explaining how the clerk of court system works and your rights to access public records.
Dealing with Traffic Tickets in West Feliciana Parish
Check the court date on your citation. For minor violations, you may be able to pay the fine at the clerk's office before that date. Payment resolves the case. Bring the citation and the fine amount in cash, check, or money order. Ask the clerk's office about accepted payment methods.
If you want to contest the ticket, appear in court on the listed date and enter a not guilty plea. A trial date will be set. You can hire a lawyer or represent yourself. For serious offenses like DWI or reckless driving, having an attorney is strongly recommended given the penalties involved.
Do not skip your court date. The judge will issue a bench warrant if you fail to appear. That warrant stays active until you take care of it. Unpaid fines can also trigger a license suspension through the Office of Motor Vehicles. Clearing a suspension means paying the fine plus reinstatement fees. Handle the ticket when it comes up, not after the problems pile on.
Legal Resources for West Feliciana Parish
The Louisiana state directory lists all West Feliciana Parish offices. Louisiana Law Help has free self-help information for people dealing with court cases on their own. Capital Area Legal Services covers this part of Louisiana and may offer help for qualifying low-income individuals. For record requests or case status questions, call the clerk at (225) 635-3794 during business hours.
Nearby Parishes
West Feliciana Parish is in the Feliciana region of Louisiana along the Mississippi River. These neighboring parishes have their own court systems and clerks.