Acadia County Public Records

How to Find Public Records in Acadia County in 2026

Members of the public seeking government documents in Acadia Parish, Louisiana, may access a range of publicly available information through official parish and state channels. AcadiaParishRecords.us provides a centralized directory of data and publicly available information related to public records maintained by government agencies in Acadia County. Records that may be located through official sources include, but are not limited to:

Court records (civil, criminal, probate, and family)
Property deeds, mortgages, and assessment records
Vital records such as birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates
Business licenses and permits
Tax and financial records
Voting and election records
Parish council meeting minutes and agendas
Law enforcement incident reports (where permitted by law)
Land use and zoning documents

Records may be searched through official court resources, clerk offices, public access terminals, and online tools maintained by state and parish agencies.

Online Access: The Acadia Parish profile on the official Louisiana state website provides local contact information and links to parish municipalities and communities. The Louisiana Secretary of State maintains online databases for business filings, notarial records, and certain archival documents. No registration is required to search most publicly available online databases, though some certified document orders may require account creation.

In-Person Requests: Members of the public may visit the Acadia Parish Clerk of Court's office to inspect records in person. The office is located at 500 N. Parkerson Avenue, Crowley, LA 70526. Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Requestors should identify the record type and approximate date range when presenting a request at the public counter.

Written/Mail Requests: Written requests should be directed to the Acadia Parish Clerk of Court, P.O. Box 922, Crowley, LA 70527. Requests must include the requestor's name, contact information, a description of the records sought, and the preferred format for delivery. Under Louisiana Revised Statute § 44:35, agencies are required to respond to public records requests within three business days.

Phone/Email: The Acadia Parish Clerk of Court may be reached by telephone at (337) 788-8881. Email inquiries may be directed through the office's official contact channels as listed on the parish website.

What Are Public Records in Acadia County?

Public records in Acadia Parish are defined under Louisiana law as all books, records, writings, accounts, letters, maps, photographs, films, and other documentary materials made or received in connection with the transaction of public business by any public body. Under Louisiana Revised Statute § 44:1, the term "public record" encompasses a broad range of documents held by state and local government agencies.

The following record types are currently maintained by Acadia Parish agencies:

Record Type	Maintaining Office
Civil and criminal court records	Acadia Parish Clerk of Court
Property deeds and mortgages	Acadia Parish Clerk of Court
Vital records (birth, death)	Louisiana Department of Health
Marriage and divorce records	Acadia Parish Clerk of Court / Louisiana Secretary of State
Business licenses and permits	Acadia Parish Government / Louisiana Secretary of State
Property tax and assessment records	Acadia Parish Assessor's Office
Voting and election records	Acadia Parish Registrar of Voters
Parish council minutes and budgets	Acadia Parish Government
Law enforcement records	Acadia Parish Sheriff's Office
Land use and zoning records	Acadia Parish Planning Department

Vital records for Acadia Parish residents are administered at the state level through the Louisiana Department of Health, which processes certified copies of birth and death certificates. The Louisiana Secretary of State maintains the Louisiana State Archives, which houses historical marriage records and other archival documents.

Is Acadia County an Open Records County?

Acadia Parish operates in full compliance with Louisiana's statewide public records law. Under Louisiana Revised Statute § 44:31, any person of the age of majority has the right to inspect, copy, or reproduce any public record. The statute states that "it is the duty of the custodian of such records to provide copies to persons so requesting." Louisiana's Public Records Law reflects the state's commitment to government transparency and is considered one of the broader open records frameworks in the South.

The Louisiana Attorney General's office has affirmed that "the right of access to public records is a fundamental right of citizenship," reinforcing the presumption that all government records are open unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Acadia Parish agencies are bound by this presumption and may not withhold records without citing a specific legal basis for the exemption. The parish does not maintain a separate local ordinance governing public records access; state law governs all requests uniformly.

How Much Does It Cost to Get Public Records in Acadia County?

The current fee structure for public records in Acadia Parish is governed by state statute and varies by record type and the office maintaining the record. Standard fees applicable to most requests include:

Inspection of records: No charge for in-person inspection of non-exempt records
Paper copies: $0.25 per page (standard letter or legal size)
Certified copies: Fees vary by document type; court-certified copies are $1.00 per page plus a certification fee
Vital records (birth/death certificates): $15.00 per certified copy, as set by the Louisiana Department of Health
Electronic copies: Fees may apply depending on the format and volume of records requested
Search fees: Agencies may charge for extensive research time in certain circumstances, as permitted under state law

Accepted payment methods at the Acadia Parish Clerk of Court include cash, money order, and credit card. The Acadia Parish economic stability resources page maintained by the Louisiana Department of Health provides additional context on parish-level services and fee assistance programs. Fee waivers may be available for indigent requestors upon written application to the custodial agency.

Does Acadia County Have Free Public Records?

Free inspection of public records is available to any person of the age of majority under Louisiana law. Members of the public may inspect non-exempt records at no cost during regular business hours at the office of the custodian. The distinction between free inspection and free copies is significant: while inspection carries no charge, reproduction of records is subject to the fee schedule described above.

Several categories of records are accessible at no cost through online government portals:

Business entity filings and registered agent information through the Louisiana Secretary of State's online business registry
Parish council meeting minutes and agendas posted on the Acadia Parish government website
Property assessment data available through the Acadia Parish Assessor's online portal
Court docket information accessible through the Louisiana Supreme Court's public access system

Members of the public seeking their own vital records may be eligible for reduced-fee or no-cost copies under specific circumstances, as determined by the Louisiana Department of Health.

Who Can Request Public Records in Acadia County?

Any person who has attained the age of majority — currently 18 years of age under Louisiana law — is entitled to request public records from Acadia Parish agencies. Requestors are not required to be Louisiana residents, and non-residents retain the same rights of access as parish residents. Under the state's public records framework, requestors are not required to state a purpose or reason for their request in most circumstances.

Specific provisions apply in the following situations:

Identification: Requestors are not required to provide identification to inspect most public records, though identification may be required for certain sensitive record categories.
Purpose: Agencies may not condition access to public records on the requestor's stated purpose, except where a specific statutory exemption applies.
Requesting your own records: Individuals seeking their own records, such as vital records or court documents, may be required to provide proof of identity to receive certified copies.
Third-party records: Requests for records pertaining to other individuals are subject to the same open records rules, except where the records fall within a statutory exemption.

Legislative representation for Acadia Parish is provided through the Louisiana House of Representatives, and constituents may contact their representative regarding public records policy matters at the state level.

What Records Are Confidential in Acadia County?

Certain categories of records are exempt from public disclosure under Louisiana law. The following records are currently withheld from public access pursuant to applicable statutory exemptions:

Sealed court records: Records sealed by judicial order are not available for public inspection.
Juvenile records: Records pertaining to minors involved in delinquency proceedings are confidential under Louisiana Children's Code provisions.
Ongoing investigation records: Law enforcement records related to active criminal investigations are exempt to the extent that disclosure would impede the investigation.
Personal identifying information: Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, and similar data are redacted from publicly released documents.
Medical records: Protected under both state law and the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Adoption records: Sealed by statute and accessible only through court order or specific statutory procedures.
Child welfare records: Records maintained by child protective services agencies are confidential under Louisiana Children's Code § 412.
Personnel records: Employee records are exempt from disclosure except for information relating to compensation and job title.
Trade secrets and proprietary business information: Exempt where disclosure would cause competitive harm.
Security plans and infrastructure details: Records relating to the security of public facilities are withheld in the interest of public safety.

Louisiana Revised Statute § 44:4 enumerates specific categories of records excluded from the general public records law. Agencies applying an exemption are required to identify the specific statutory basis for withholding any record.

Acadia Parish Recorder's Office: Contact Information and Hours

Acadia Parish Clerk of Court
500 N. Parkerson Avenue
Crowley, LA 70526
(337) 788-8881
Acadia Parish Clerk of Court

Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Closed on state and federal holidays

Acadia Parish Assessor's Office
500 N. Parkerson Avenue, Suite 101
Crowley, LA 70526
(337) 788-8871
Acadia Parish Assessor

Acadia Parish Sheriff's Office
1717 N. Parkerson Avenue
Crowley, LA 70526
(337) 788-8700
Acadia Parish Sheriff's Office

Louisiana Department of Health – Vital Records Registry
628 N. 4th Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(877) 453-4661
Louisiana Department of Health

Louisiana Secretary of State – Commercial Division
8585 Archives Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 925-4704
Louisiana Secretary of State