Find Criminal Records in Houma
Houma criminal records are kept at the Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court and the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office, both located on Main Street in Houma. The 32nd Judicial District Court handles Houma felony criminal cases for Terrebonne Parish, and the clerk's office on Main Street maintains those Houma criminal case files. Houma criminal records for minor violations and misdemeanor matters may also go through local court channels. The Houma Police Department handles Houma criminal incident reports within city limits, while the sheriff covers Houma criminal arrests in the rest of the parish.
Houma Quick Facts
Houma Police Department Criminal Records
The Houma Police Department covers law enforcement within Houma city limits. For non-emergency calls about incidents in the area, the number is (985) 873-6381. Police records include incident reports, arrest documents, and other records created when officers respond to calls or take someone into custody in Houma.
Incident reports from the Houma Police Department are public records once a case is no longer under active investigation. To request a report, contact the department's records division. You may need to submit a written request and pay a copy fee. The department can tell you the current process, what identifying information to include, and how long the request will take. Having the date of the incident, the names of those involved, and any case number you already know will help speed up the search.
Houma criminal police records show what was reported at the time and who was arrested. They do not tell you what happened in court. For case outcomes, sentencing records, and conviction information, you need to contact the Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court. An arrest by the Houma Police Department may lead to charges in the 32nd Judicial District Court, and those court records are kept by the clerk.
For incidents that took place outside Houma city limits within Terrebonne Parish, the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office at 7980 Main Street is the right contact. The sheriff handles arrests in unincorporated areas of the parish.
Note: Juvenile records and files from active Houma criminal investigations are generally restricted under Louisiana law and will not be available through a routine public records request.
Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court for Houma Criminal Records
The Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court is located at 7856 Main Street, Houma, LA 70360. The phone number is (985) 868-5660. The clerk keeps all Houma criminal case records for the 32nd Judicial District Court, which covers Terrebonne Parish. This is the main place to look for Houma felony convictions, Houma criminal district court case files, bills of information, judgments, and sentencing records for Houma criminal cases.
The clerk's office handles in-person requests for Houma criminal records. You can ask to search the case index by name and get copies of documents from the file. The office can also tell you whether a case resulted in a conviction, what sentence was imposed, and the current status. Bring identifying information about the person you are searching, including full name and approximate dates of any charges.
| Address | 7856 Main Street, Houma, LA 70360 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (985) 868-5660 |
| Website | terrebonneclerk.org |
The Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court website at terrebonneclerk.org has contact information, hours, and details about Houma criminal records services offered. Check the site before visiting to confirm current hours and walk-in availability for Houma criminal records access. Hours can change, especially around court holidays or administrative closures.
The screenshot below shows the Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court, which serves as the records office for the 32nd Judicial District Court in Houma handling all Houma criminal records.
The Terrebonne Parish Clerk maintains Houma criminal case files and provides records access for Houma and all of Terrebonne Parish through the 32nd Judicial District.
Note: The clerk keeps records for Houma district court cases. Houma city court and minor violation records may be held at a separate local court office.
Criminal Record Search Fees in Houma
The Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court charges fees for Houma criminal record searches and document copies. These fees are set by the court and apply to Houma criminal records requests at the Main Street office.
A Houma criminal records search at the Terrebonne Parish Clerk costs $20 per name. Standard document copies are $1 per page. Certified copies cost $5 plus $1 per page. For example, a 5-page certified document would cost $5 for the certification plus $5 for the pages, totaling $10. These fees apply whether you visit in person or request records by mail. Always confirm the current fee schedule by calling (985) 868-5660 before you make the trip, since courts may update fees periodically under Louisiana statute.
| Criminal Records Search | $20 per name |
|---|---|
| Standard Copies | $1 per page |
| Certified Copies | $5 + $1 per page |
If you are requesting records by mail, include a check or money order payable to the Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court along with your written request. Include the full name of the person being searched, any case numbers you have, and a return address. Mail requests take longer than in-person visits, so plan for extra time if you need Houma criminal records quickly.
Note: Fees shown are those reported for the Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court for Houma criminal records. Always verify current amounts before submitting payment.
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Criminal Records
The Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office is at 7980 Main Street, Houma, LA 70360. The main phone number is (985) 876-2500. The sheriff handles law enforcement across Terrebonne Parish, including areas outside Houma city limits. The Sheriff's Office maintains its own set of Houma criminal records, including booking records, arrest reports, and incident documentation for Houma criminal cases handled by deputies.
Sheriff records are separate from court records. An arrest by the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff can lead to charges in the 32nd Judicial District Court, but those court records will be at the Clerk of Court office, not at the sheriff's office. The sheriff keeps arrest and booking information. The clerk keeps what happened in court after the Houma criminal arrest.
To request records from the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office, call (985) 876-2500 and ask to be connected to the records division. Provide as much identifying information as possible about the case. The office can tell you what records are available, what they charge for copies, and how long a request takes to process. If you are looking for current inmate information, the sheriff's office can also provide that.
The sheriff and the Houma Police Department cover different areas. Houma city police handle the city limits, and the sheriff covers the rest of the parish. If you are not sure which agency handled a specific incident, it helps to call both and ask who filed the Houma criminal report.
32nd Judicial District Court in Houma
The 32nd Judicial District Court covers Terrebonne Parish. This court handles all Houma felony criminal cases, serious civil matters, and related proceedings for the parish. When someone faces a felony charge anywhere in Terrebonne Parish, the case goes through the 32nd Judicial District Court. The Clerk of Court at 7856 Main Street keeps all those records.
The 32nd Judicial District falls under the Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeal. Appeals from Houma criminal convictions in Terrebonne Parish go to the First Circuit, which hears cases from southeast Louisiana. The First Circuit is in Baton Rouge. If a case was appealed after trial, the appellate record is at the First Circuit, not the local clerk's office. The local clerk keeps the trial court record only.
Understanding the structure helps you know where to look. All trial-level Houma criminal records are at the Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court. Appellate decisions go to the First Circuit. State supreme court rulings are in New Orleans at the Louisiana Supreme Court. Most people looking for local records need only the clerk's office at 7856 Main Street.
Louisiana State Criminal Records for Houma
The Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court covers Houma criminal records at the local level. For a broader search that covers all of Louisiana beyond Houma criminal records, two state agencies are available.
The Louisiana State Police Bureau of Criminal Identification and Information (BCII) maintains statewide criminal history records that include Houma criminal arrests and convictions from all 64 Louisiana parishes. If you need a full Louisiana criminal history rather than just Houma criminal records, the LSP is the right source. Visit lsp.org for information on how to submit a BCII background check request that covers Houma criminal history and all other Louisiana parishes. The process involves forms, a fee, and in some cases fingerprint cards. Turnaround times depend on current volume at the BCII.
The Louisiana State Police background checks page at lsp.org/services/background-checks/ gives step-by-step guidance on requesting a criminal history check covering Houma criminal cases and all of Louisiana. This is the most thorough option for a full Louisiana criminal history because it draws from all reporting agencies statewide, not just Houma or one parish.
The Louisiana State Police homepage provides access to BCII background check services covering all of Louisiana, including Terrebonne Parish where Houma criminal cases are filed.
The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections also operates a free public offender search. You can look up Houma criminal defendants currently in state custody or under parole supervision. This is useful for checking current incarceration status of Houma criminal defendants but does not replace a full criminal history check. The DOC website has the offender search tool available without any registration or fee.
The LSP background checks page explains the BCII process, fees, and required forms for anyone requesting a statewide Louisiana criminal history covering Houma and all parishes.
Note: State background checks through the LSP BCII have separate fees and timelines from local Houma criminal Terrebonne Parish clerk searches.
Terrebonne Parish Criminal Records
Houma is the parish seat of Terrebonne Parish. All Houma district court criminal cases go through the 32nd Judicial District Court and the Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court. For full parish-level information on fees, court hours, related Houma criminal records, and additional search resources, visit the Terrebonne Parish criminal records page.