Claiborne County, LA Courts and Public Records
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The 2nd Judicial District Court hears civil and criminal cases for Claiborne Parish, and the parish Clerk of Court keeps the court records. The Clerk of Court also serves as the parish recorder of conveyances and mortgages.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | 2nd Judicial District Court |
| Clerk of Court | Brian M. Flynn |
| Main Address | 512 E. Main St., Homer, LA 71040; mailing address P.O. Box 330, Homer, LA 71040 |
| Main Phone | 318-927-9601 |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Homer) |
| Handles | Felony and misdemeanor criminal cases, civil cases, and other matters heard in district court |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court for Louisiana); matters heard by city, parish, or mayor's courts; justice of the peace matters where those courts exist; parking tickets (issuing agency) |
| Online Case Search | Call the Clerk of Court at 318-927-9601 to ask about online access |
| Criminal Records Requests | Clerk of Court, 318-927-9601 |
| Pay Traffic Tickets | Contact the Clerk of Court at 318-927-9601 |
How to Search Claiborne County Court Records
Have the full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. Claiborne Parish court records are kept by the Clerk of Court in Homer.
Online
Contact the Clerk of Court at 318-927-9601 to ask about online access.
Ask which case types and records are available online.
Online access varies by parish, so confirm before you search.
Best for: Checking whether online access exists
In Person
Go to 512 E. Main St., Homer, LA 71040.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the Clerk of Court's office for the records you need.
Best for: Records and copies not available by phone
By Mail or Phone
Send your written request to Clerk of Court, P.O. Box 330, Homer, LA 71040.
Include the case number and party names so the clerk can locate the file.
Call 318-927-9601 first to confirm what the clerk needs.
Best for: Requests when you cannot visit in person
Search by Name on LouisianaCourts.org
Go to LouisianaCourts.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Claiborne County Court Statistics (CY 2025)
District court filings for Claiborne Parish totaled 1,658 in 2025, up 3.0% from 1,610 in 2024, according to the Supreme Court of Louisiana. Traffic and some misdemeanor matters are often handled by city and parish courts, so these district court counts may be lower for that reason.
1,658
Total district court filings, 2025
342
Criminal filings, 2025 (20.6% of total)
378
Civil filings, 2025 (22.8% of total)
124.2
Filings per 1,000 residents (population 13,354)
| Metric | CY 2025 | CY 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 1,658 | 1,610 | +3.0% |
| Total Dispositions | ~1,609 | ~1,562 | ~+3.0% |
| Criminal Filings | 1,192 | 1,120 | +6.4% |
| Civil Filings | 378 | 419 | -9.8% |
| Family Law Filings | ~1 | ~1 | ~+0.0% |
| Probate Filings | ~29 | ~28 | ~+3.6% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~11 | ~11 | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | 88 | 71 | +23.9% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~1 | ~1 | ~0.0% |
How Have Court Filings Changed in Claiborne County?
District court filings in Claiborne Parish fell 20.1% between CY 2021 and CY 2025, from 2,076 to 1,658. Filings are the Supreme Court of Louisiana's district court counts; dispositions are estimated.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| CY 2025 | 1,658 | ~1,609 | +3.0% |
| CY 2024 | 1,610 | ~1,562 | +1.7% |
| CY 2023 | 1,583 | ~1,536 | -23.9% |
| CY 2022 | 2,079 | ~2,017 | +0.1% |
| CY 2021 | 2,076 | ~2,012 | -23.5% |
The largest annual change was -23.9% in CY 2023, and the latest change, CY 2024 to CY 2025, was +3.0%. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: dispositions apply the statewide disposition-to-filing ratio of about 97% to the Claiborne Parish filing counts.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Claiborne County?
Criminal cases were the largest category of district court filings in Claiborne Parish in CY 2025, at 71.9% of the 1,658 filings reported. Juvenile filings changed the most from CY 2024 (+23.9%).
| Case Type | Filings CY 2025 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 1,192 | 71.9% | +6.4% |
| Traffic | ~0 | ~0.0% | ~0.0% |
| Civil | 378 | 22.8% | -9.8% |
| Juvenile | 88 | 5.3% | +23.9% |
| Total | ~0 | ~0.0% | ~0.0% |
Share and year-over-year change compare CY 2025 with CY 2024 filings for Claiborne Parish from the Supreme Court of Louisiana's annual reports.
How Does Claiborne County Compare With Louisiana Overall?
Claiborne Parish district court filings made up 0.29% of the 570,733 statewide district court filings in 2025, based on the 2025 Supreme Court of Louisiana annual report.
| Metric | Claiborne Parish | Louisiana | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings (2025) | 1,658 | 570,733 | 0.29% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings (2025 vs 2024) | +3.0% | +4.4% | 1.4 points lower |
| Filings per 1,000 residents (2025) | 122.5 | 124.1 | 1.3% below state |
| Criminal share of filings | 20.6% | 23.7% | 3.1 points lower |
| Traffic share of filings | 51.3% | 47.5% | 3.8 points higher |
| Civil share of filings | 22.8% | 25.8% | 3.0 points lower |
| Parish share of statewide criminal filings | 0.25% | 100% | Share of the state total |
Claiborne Parish has a lighter criminal docket and a lighter civil docket than Louisiana as a whole, and it files fewer district court cases per resident than the state overall. Its 2025 filings rose 3.0% from 2024 while statewide filings rose 4.4%.
Claiborne County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Louisiana statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Claiborne Parish. Agency reporting may be incomplete, and county crime counts are not available here. Statewide violent and property crimes combined fell 17.0% from 2024 to 2025. In 2025, reporting agencies covered about 79% of Louisiana's population, so year-over-year changes can partly reflect which agencies reported.
16,766
Violent crimes, Louisiana statewide, 2025
66,996
Property crimes, Louisiana statewide, 2025 (includes arson)
363.0
Violent crime rate per 100K, Louisiana statewide, 2025 (population 4,618,189)
-17.0%
Change in total violent plus property crimes, Louisiana statewide, 2025 vs 2024 (83,762 vs 100,915)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | 293 | 6.3 | 363 | -19.3% |
| Rape | 1,178 | 25.5 | 1,298 | -9.2% |
| Robbery | 1,002 | 21.7 | 1,338 | -25.1% |
| Aggravated assault | 14,293 | 309.5 | 16,025 | -10.8% |
| Violent crimes total | 16,766 | 363.0 | 19,024 | -11.9% |
| Burglary | 11,034 | 238.9 | 14,473 | -23.8% |
| Larceny-theft | 49,721 | 1,076.6 | 58,501 | -15.0% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6,040 | 130.8 | 8,649 | -30.2% |
| Property crimes total | 66,996 | 1,450.7 | 81,891 | -18.2% |
Rates use the Louisiana 2025 population of 4,618,189. County-level rates are not published, so this section does not compare Claiborne Parish with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Claiborne County Courthouse Locations
The Clerk of Court directory lists 1 courthouse location for Claiborne Parish, in Homer. Check your notice or ticket for the division and courtroom before you go, and call ahead to confirm.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clerk of Court, Homer | 512 E. Main St., Homer, LA 71040; mailing address P.O. Box 330, Homer, LA 71040 | 318-927-9601 | Clerk of Court office; call to confirm which records and services are offered |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Claiborne County?
Claiborne Parish cases go to the 2nd Judicial District Court, the parish Clerk of Court, or another court depending on the matter, so confirm the right court with the Clerk of Court at 318-927-9601 before you file or appear.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | City, parish, or mayor's court, or the district court | Depends on the citing agency; call 318-927-9601 to confirm. |
| Parking ticket | The agency that issued the ticket | Parking tickets are not handled by the courts. |
| Misdemeanor | District court or a city or parish court | Some misdemeanors are heard outside district court; confirm with 318-927-9601. |
| Felony | 2nd Judicial District Court | Felony cases are heard in district court. |
| DUI | District court or a city or parish court | The court depends on the charge and where it was filed. |
| Domestic violence | District court | Confirm where the matter is filed with the Clerk of Court at 318-927-9601. |
| Civil lawsuit | 2nd Judicial District Court | District court hears civil cases; some smaller claims may go to justice of the peace courts. |
| Small claims | Justice of the peace court or district court | Depends on the court in your area; confirm with 318-927-9601. |
| Eviction | Justice of the peace court where available | Confirm the court for your parish with 318-927-9601. |
| Divorce | 2nd Judicial District Court | Family matters are heard in district court. |
| Child custody or support | 2nd Judicial District Court | Confirm whether the judicial district has a family court by calling the Clerk of Court. |
| Probate or estate | Clerk of Court | Confirm the filing office by calling 318-927-9601. |
| Juvenile case | District court (juvenile matters) | Juvenile matters are confidential and not publicly available. |
| Appeal | The Louisiana Court of Appeal for the circuit, then the Louisiana Supreme Court | Appeals move up through the circuit court of appeal before the Louisiana Supreme Court. |
Are Claiborne County Court Records Public?
Yes, most court records in Claiborne Parish are public, with exceptions. Louisiana's Public Records Act (La. R.S. 44:1 et seq.) gives the public the right to inspect and copy public records, and court records are generally open under Louisiana court rules.
Public records
Most district court filings and orders are open for inspection and copying at the Clerk of Court's office. Land and mortgage records are kept by the parish Clerk of Court as recorder of conveyances and mortgages.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile, sealed, expunged, adoption, protective-order-restricted, and other confidential records are not publicly available. Ask the Clerk of Court if you are unsure whether a record is restricted.
Online access
No official online case search is listed for this parish, so online access varies. Call the Clerk of Court at 318-927-9601 to ask what is available online. LouisianaCourts.org can help find leads, but its results are not official court records.
In-person access
Visit the Clerk of Court at 512 E. Main St., Homer, LA 71040 to view or request records, or call 318-927-9601 to confirm which records are available.
Fees
The Clerk of Court may charge copy and certification fees set by law. Ask the clerk for the current amounts before you request records.
How to Search Claiborne County Court Records Online
Online access to Claiborne Parish court records depends on what the Clerk of Court offers, so confirm availability by phone before you search.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, probate, or juvenile.
- Call the Clerk of Court at 318-927-9601 to ask whether that case type is available online.
- Search by party name or case number if online access is confirmed, and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case details, such as status and scheduled dates, and check them with the clerk.
- Request documents that are not online from the Clerk of Court at 318-927-9601.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | Clerk of Court, 318-927-9601 | Case information available from the clerk | Online availability not confirmed |
| Traffic | Clerk of Court, 318-927-9601 | Case information available from the clerk | Citations from city or mayor's courts are handled by those courts |
| Civil | Clerk of Court, 318-927-9601 | Case information available from the clerk | Online availability not confirmed |
| Small claims | Justice of the peace court or Clerk of Court, 318-927-9601 | Case information from the court that handles the claim | Depends on the court |
| Family law | Clerk of Court, 318-927-9601 | Case information available from the clerk | Confidential details are restricted |
| Probate | Clerk of Court, 318-927-9601 | Confirm the filing office | Not confirmed as part of the clerk's records |
| Juvenile | Clerk of Court, 318-927-9601 | Not publicly available | Juvenile proceedings are confidential |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Claiborne County
Claiborne Parish accepts payment of traffic citations and fines through the court and office that issued the citation, so contact the Clerk of Court first.
- By phone: Call the Clerk of Court at 318-927-9601 to ask which payment methods are accepted for your citation.
- In person: Visit the Clerk of Court at 512 E. Main St., Homer, LA 71040 to pay or ask about your balance.
Parking tickets are paid to the agency that issued them, not to the Clerk of Court. Traffic tickets from city, parish, or mayor's courts are paid through that court or the citing agency.
Claiborne County Court Records FAQ
How do I search court records in Claiborne Parish?
Call the Clerk of Court at 318-927-9601 to ask about online access, or visit the office at 512 E. Main St., Homer, LA 71040 to search in person.
Are court records in Claiborne Parish public?
Most are, under Louisiana's Public Records Act and court rules, but juvenile, sealed, and other confidential records are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Call the Clerk of Court at 318-927-9601 with the defendant's full name and ask how to locate the case.
How do I find a court date?
Check your notice or ticket first, then call the Clerk of Court at 318-927-9601 to confirm the date and division.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Contact the Clerk of Court at 318-927-9601 or the court or agency that issued the ticket to confirm payment methods.
How many cases are filed in Claiborne Parish each year?
Claiborne Parish district court recorded 1,658 filings in 2025, up 3.0% from 1,610 in 2024.
What is the most common type of case?
Criminal cases were the largest category in 2025 at 342 of 1,658 filings, or 20.6%.
Is crime in Louisiana rising or falling?
County crime counts are not available here. Statewide, reported violent crimes fell 11.9% to 16,766 in 2025 from 19,024 in 2024, and property crimes fell 18.2% to 66,996 from 81,891, as reported to the FBI. These are Louisiana statewide figures, and reporting coverage changed between years.
Useful Links
- Louisiana Supreme Court: Access decisions, court rules, and judicial information for Louisiana's highest court, providing crucial state-level legal resources.
- Louisiana Public Defender Board: Quality legal representation for indigent clients, find public defender resources, guidelines, and information across Louisiana.
- Louisiana Secretary of State: Business, elections, and notary services, with comprehensive access to state archives and records management resources.
- Children and Families - LASC: Family law guidance and resources offered by the Louisiana Supreme Court, including custody and adoption information.
- Louisiana Courts System: Comprehensive portal for Louisiana courts, offering case management, e-filing, and access to state court services and records.
- Find a Court - LASC: Directories and contact information for Louisiana's various courts, supporting efficient legal inquiry and court accessibility.
- 16th Judicial District Court: Serving multiple parishes, this court's website offers local rules, court calendars, and district-specific legal services.
- Louisiana Clerks Remote Access Authority: Online access to records and documents managed by clerks across Louisiana, facilitating secure electronic record retrieval.
- Louisiana Judicial Council: Judicial education, training, and professional development resources, supporting the improvement of Louisiana's judicial process.
- Claiborne Parish Official Website: Parish resources including public records, public notices, and contact details for government and legal services in Claiborne.
- State Library of Louisiana: Law and Legislation: Access legal publications, legislative records, and comprehensive research tools related to Louisiana's legal and judicial systems.
- The Pro Bono Project: Provides free legal services to underserved communities in Louisiana, focusing on civil cases and public legal education.
- Louisiana Center for Children's Rights: Advocacy and legal representation for youth in Louisiana's juvenile justice system, promoting fair treatment and systemic reform.
- Louisiana Family & Community Involvement: Services, resources, and support for family law issues and community involvement initiatives in Louisiana.
- Louisiana Domestic Violence Focus: Support, resources, and legal information for domestic violence victims in Louisiana, aiming for protection and justice for all.
- Louisiana Equal Justice Foundation: Advocates for affordable, equitable access to justice across Louisiana, focusing on the needs of low-income communities.
- Louisiana Court House Dogs: Providing comfort and support to vulnerable victims and witnesses in Louisiana courtrooms through specially trained courthouse facility dogs.
- Advocacy Center of Louisiana: Legal protection and advocacy for people with disabilities and elderly populations throughout Louisiana, ensuring civil rights and equality.
- Baton Rouge Youth Leadership Development: Leadership and legal education program for youth in Baton Rouge, promoting awareness of civic duties and legal rights.
- Justice & Legal Assistance North Louisiana: Providing free or low-cost legal services and support for individuals in northern Louisiana, enhancing access to justice.
Table of Contents
- Claiborne County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Claiborne County Court Records
- Claiborne County Court Statistics (CY 2025)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Claiborne County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Claiborne County?
- How Does Claiborne County Compare With Louisiana Overall?
- Claiborne County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Claiborne County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Claiborne County?
- Are Claiborne County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Claiborne County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Claiborne County
- Claiborne County Court Records FAQ
- Useful Links