Court Costs & Filing Fees
Current fee schedules for Civil, Criminal, Probate, and Recording services.
Payment Information
The Clerk of Court operates primarily on a fee-for-service basis as established by the Louisiana Legislature. Advance deposits are required for most civil and probate filings to cover the accrued costs of the Clerk and Sheriff.
Accepted Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check / Money Order
- Credit/Debit Card*
* Credit card payments may be subject to a convenience fee charged by the payment processor.
Fee Updates
Fees are subject to change due to legislative acts or judicial orders. Please contact the appropriate department to confirm the current deposit amount before mailing your filing.
Civil & Probate Advance Deposits
| Filing Type | Deposit Amount | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Petition for Damages / Breach of Contract | $350.00 | 1 Service on Defendant |
| Divorce (with Waiver) | $250.00 | No service required |
| Divorce (with Service) | $350.00 | 1 Service on Defendant |
| Succession (Intestate/Testate) | $400.00 | Standard proceedings |
| Small Succession Affidavit | $250.00 | One-time filing fee |
| Tutorship / Interdiction | $400.00 | - |
| Garnishment | $350.00 | Plus $50.00 attorney check |
| Name Change | $300.00 | To District Attorney |
| Additional Service of Process | $60.00 | Per additional party (Sheriff fee) |
Recording Fees (LCRAA Standard)
Effective August 1, 2017, fees are calculated based on document page count. This fee includes the LCRAA portal fee.
| Page Count / Document Type | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| 1 to 5 Pages | $105.00 |
| 6 to 25 Pages | $205.00 |
| 26 to 50 Pages | $305.00 |
| 51 or more Pages | $305.00 + $5/page over 50 |
| Cancellation (Full or Partial) | $55.00 |
| Mortgage Certificate (1 name) | $20.00 |
| General Mortgage Certificate (1 name) | $30.00 |
| Maps / Plats (Oversized) | $110.00 (1st page) + $20 ea. add'l |
Criminal & Traffic Fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Background Check (Standard) | $20.00 |
| Background Check (Certified) | $25.00 |
| Copy of Minutes / Bill of Info | $1.00 per page |
| Certification Stamp | $5.00 per document |
| Expungement Filing (Estimate) | $550.00 (Total breakdown varies) |
Vital Records & Miscellaneous
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Marriage License | $27.50 (+ credit card fees) |
| Certified Copy of Marriage License | $10.00 |
| Birth Certificate (Certified) | $34.00 |
| Death Certificate (Certified) | $26.00 |
| Passport Execution Fee | $35.00 (to Clerk) |
| Copies (Per Page) | $1.00 |
| Conformed Copies | $3.00 + copy fees |
Note: Passport application fees are separate and must be paid via check or money order to the U.S. Department of State.
Need a Fee Calculation?
Complex filings can be difficult to estimate. Call our accounting department for a precise calculation before sending your check.
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