Lincoln Parish Court Records

In Lincoln Parish, court clerks document events that occurred during a court hearing and preserve this information as court records for future reference. These records typically contain the names of the parties involved, their claims, defenses, allegations, the dispute's subject matter, the relief sought from the court, and details regarding sentencing or acquittal.

Court records are valuable resources for potential litigants. They provide insights into how similar lawsuits were resolved in the past, helping them evaluate their chances of success should they decide to seek resolution in court.

Are Court Records Public in Lincoln Parish?

The Public Records Law [La. R.S. 44:1(A)(2)(a)] defines what constitutes a public record, and court documents fall under its scope. Consequently, adults have the right to examine court records, except in cases where the law specifically prohibits disclosure.

Records that are exempt from public disclosure include:

• Records relevant to juveniles
• Information considered private
• Trade secret information

Lincoln Parish Court Records Search

Several options exist for performing a general search for court records in Lincoln Parish. One is to visit the Lincoln Parish Clerk of Court’s Office and submit a request form.

The eClerks LA statewide portal also offers convenience to inquirers who wish to quickly locate land records, marriage certificates, and civil information. Clerk Connect also provides access to Lincoln records. However, inquirers may need to purchase inquiry subscriptions to access specific records. In addition, aggregate third-party websites also serve as a platform to access court records.

Lincoln Parish Courts

In Lincoln, dispute resolution, criminal trials, and other legal businesses are typically conducted through the court system, which consists of the District Courts, Family Court of East Baton Rouge, Juvenile Courts, Parish Courts, City Courts, New Orleans Municipal Court, New Orleans Traffic Court, Justice of Peace Court, and Mayor’s Courts.

Inquirers may find these courts' physical locations using these addresses:

District Courts in Lincoln Parish

Lincoln 3rd Judicial District Court
Lincoln Parish Courthouse
100 West Texas Avenue,
P.O. Box 924, Ruston, LA 71273
Phone: (318) 251-5130

City Courts in Lincoln Parish

Ruston City Court
401 North Trenton Street,
P.O. Box 1821, Ruston, LA 71273
Phone: (318) 251-8614

Justice of the Peace Courts in Lincoln Parish

Justice of the Peace Ward 2
1237 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue,
Grambling, LA 71245
Phone: (318) 255-5034

Justice of the Peace Ward 3
P.O. Box 697, Ruston, LA 71275
Phone: (318) 255-8250
Phone: (318) 255-2631

Justice of the Peace Ward 4
441 Hwy 545,
Dubach, LA 71235
Phone: (318) 777-8314

Justice of the Peace Ward 5
P.O. Box 29,
Choudrant, LA 71227
Phone: (318) 768-2692

Mayor's Courts in Lincoln Parish

Dubach Mayor's Court
7833 Annie Lee Street,
P.O. Box 252, Dubach, LA 71235
Phone: (318) 777-3321

Grambling Mayor's Court
127 King Street,
P.O. Box 108, Grambling, LA 71245
Phone: (318) 247-6120

Simsboro Mayor's Court
2742 Martha Street,
P.O. Box 40, Simsboro, LA 71275
Phone: (318) 247-6248

Vienna Mayor's Court
P.O. Box 980, Ruston, LA 71273
Phone: (318) 251-2913

Lincoln Parish Criminal and Civil Records

Individuals who wish to access court records in Lincoln may visit the Lincoln Parish Clerk of Court’s Office, which manages the filing, indexing, and recording of all court documents. The office is located at:

100 W. Texas Ave.,
Ruston, LA 71270

To facilitate a request at the office, Inquirers must fill out a request form that typically requires details such as the case number, names of the parties involved, and the case filing date. Once completed, they must submit the form along with payment to the office staff responsible for processing court record requests. The applicable fee typically varies depending on the type of record and the number of copies requested. However, requesters may rest assured that these fees comply with State Law.

In addition, inquirers may search for civil and criminal records online through the Clerk Connect portal. They should be prepared to enter details such as case numbers, names of the parties involved, and other relevant information to help narrow down search results. Copies cost $1.00 per page.

Lincoln Parish civil court records include land and property records, adoption records, probate records, small claims, and commercial disputes, while criminal records typically encompass arrest details, charges, sentencing, and incarceration-related information.

Lincoln Parish Marriage Records

In Lincoln Parish, marriage records are open for public review and copying. The Lincoln Parish Clerk of Court’s Office is responsible for the safekeeping and accessibility of these records. Individuals who wish to obtain a Lincoln Parish marriage certificate and other related documents may visit the office to submit a request for copies.

The process typically involves completing a request form by filling in details such as the names of the parties involved, the date of the marriage, and the case number, if available. Statutory fees apply but may vary depending on the number of records. Furthermore, they will need to provide valid identification, such as a driver’s license, state-issued ID, passport, or military ID. Extra time may be needed for processing. Images of marriage documents may also be viewed and printed through Clerk Connect. However, individuals may need to purchase inquiry subscriptions to gain access.

Lincoln Parish Divorce Records

In Lincoln Parish, requestors may access divorce records by visiting the Lincoln Parish Clerk of Court’s Office. They will be required to fill out a request form with details such as the case number, names of the parties involved, and the date of the divorce. Once completed, the form must be submitted over the counter along with a cash payment to obtain a certified copy.

Lincoln Birth Records

Lincoln Parish's birth records are confidential and are not public records. This means that a birth record is accessible only to an exclusive group of individuals, including the person named on the document, their parents, grandparents, adult children, their siblings, and an attorney acting on behalf of any of these individuals.

The vital records registry archives birth records for 100 years from the year of the event; after this period, they become publicly accessible and may be obtained from the State Archives at the Secretary of State’s office. The Secretary of State’s Office is located at:

8585 Archives Ave.
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 922-1000

A birth record is a useful tool for establishing a person’s legal identity and citizenship.

Lincoln Death Records

Like birth records, Lincoln Parish's death records fall under the vital records category. However, the public access restriction period for death records is 50 years. This means that death records 50 years or older are available for public inspection and copying. Copies of these records may be obtained from the State Archives at the Secretary of State’s office.

Lincoln Parish Probate Court Records

Probate court records are documentation related to the management of a deceased person’s property. In some parishes, they are known as “succession” records. In Lincoln Parish, the Parish Court handles probate, which includes:

• Wills and estate
• Guardianship
• Intestate succession
• Trust Administration
• Adoption proceedings

In Lincoln Parish, the clerk of courts is responsible for the retention and accessibility of probate records. Individuals may obtain probate records by visiting the Clerk’s office to fill out a request form specifying the record they need. Some records may be available through Clerk Connect, which allows users to search and retrieve court documents online.

Lincoln Parish Property Records

Lincoln Parish property records are accessible online via the Clerk Connect portal. However, inquirers may need to purchase inquiry subscriptions to obtain copies. Alternatively, they may visit the Lincoln Parish Assessor’s Office at:

307 N. Homer St.,
Ruston, LA 71270

The Office is responsible for preserving and providing public access to property records. Inquirers may access these records by submitting a request form at the office or online through the Lincoln Parish Assessor’s Office website. On the website, they may conduct a search using any of these information:

• Name
• Parcel Number
• Property ID (RPID)
• Physical address
• Mailing address
• Sub-division
• S-T-R

Lincoln Parish Court Records Online

Aggregate third-party websites such as Louisianacourtrecords.us may also serve as a platform for accessing court records in Lincoln Parish. While effort has been made to offer current and correct information on these sites, the information provided is compiled from a variety of sources and is subject to change without notice. As such, the platform does not make any express or implied warranties regarding the quality, content, completeness, accuracy, or adequacy of such information and data.