Avoyelles County
Avoyelles Parish, established in 1807, is named after the Avoyels Indians and honors both Native American and French Creole heritage. Located in the heart of Louisiana, the parish spans 831.7 square miles of land and is home to approximately 39,693 residents. Markville is the parish seat and the largest city. The court system in Avoyelles Parish consists of the District Court, two City Courts, nine Justice of the Peace Courts, and seven Mayor's Courts.
The District Court in Avoyelles Parish falls within the 12th Judicial District Court of Louisiana. This court has general jurisdiction over civil, criminal, probate, and family law matters, including felonies, contracts, misdemeanors, divorce, child custody, wills, and estates. The Avoyelles Parish City Courts handle cases such as traffic violations and local ordinance infractions. The Avoyelles Parish Justice of the Peace Courts handles minor civil cases involving small claims disputes under $5,000. These courts also have authority in certain preliminary criminal matters. Avoyelles Parish Mayor's Courts deal with traffic violations and breaches of local ordinances and have the authority to impose fines, imprisonment, probation, and court costs.
Avoyelles Parish court records are an essential part of the judicial process, documenting all proceedings and decisions made within the court system. These records include fillings, orders, transcripts, and evidence. While most court records are generally open to the public, some documents may be sealed or restricted due to privacy concerns or legal requirements. These include records related to juvenile cases, adoptions, and other matters that involve sensitive personal information. To access these sealed records, individuals may need to submit a formal request or petition to the court for approval. Avoyelles parish court records include the following:
- Civil Records
- Probate Records
- Traffic Records
- Criminal Records
In Avoyelles Parish, the Clerk of Court serves as the official records keeper for the parish. Individuals may search for records online through the Clerk of Court eCommerce Search portal or by visiting the courthouse to request court records at:
Avoyelles Parish Clerk of Court
312 North Main Street
Marksville, LA 71351
Phone:(318) 253-7523
