Jefferson Parish Criminal Records Search

Jefferson Parish criminal records are kept by the Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court in Gretna, and Jefferson Parish criminal cases from the 24th Judicial District Court are searchable online through JeffNet, covering felony charges, arrests, criminal convictions, and criminal court dockets filed in Jefferson Parish.

Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court

The Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court is the official keeper of criminal court records for Jefferson Parish. The Jefferson Parish Clerk main office is located in the Thomas F. Donelon Building at 200 Derbigny Street, Suite 5600, Gretna, LA 70053. The mailing address is P.O. Box 10, Gretna, LA 70054-0010. The Jefferson Parish Clerk main office phone is (504) 364-2900. You can also reach the Jefferson Parish Clerk by email at support@jpclerkofcourt.us. The Jefferson Parish Clerk office handles all Jefferson Parish criminal case files, criminal court dockets, and criminal record requests.

Jefferson Parish criminal records are housed in Suite 1100 of the Thomas F. Donelon Courthouse at 200 Derbigny Street. The phone for the Jefferson Parish Criminal Record Room specifically is (504) 364-2992. The Commissioners Court for Jefferson Parish criminal matters is in Suite 1500, and can be reached at (504) 365-3390. In-person access to Jefferson Parish criminal public records is free, but you must be at least 18 years old and present a valid photo ID. Jefferson Parish Clerk office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM for criminal records access.

The Custodian of Public Records for Jefferson Parish criminal records is Gina M. Perrin, Chief Deputy Clerk. You can contact her directly at gperrin@jpclerkofcourt.us for Jefferson Parish criminal public records-related questions.

The Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court website at jpclerkofcourt.us lists office locations, fees, JeffNet subscription information, and online services for accessing Jefferson Parish criminal court records remotely.

The Jefferson Parish Clerk website also includes links to the JeffNet login portal for criminal records, document request forms, and contact information for each Jefferson Parish criminal records department.

JeffNet Online Records Portal

JeffNet is the Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court online records access system. JeffNet gives subscribers the ability to search and view case files remotely. JeffNet holds an impressive range of historical Jefferson Parish criminal records. Case document images go back to 1840. Case activity is available from 1994 to the present. Indices extend back to the 1840s as well. This depth makes JeffNet one of the more comprehensive online clerk portals in the state.

JeffNet subscription options are flexible. You can get 24-hour access for $5.00, which works well for a one-time search. Monthly access costs $50.00 per user ID. New subscriber accounts require a one-time setup fee of $100.00. If you pay by credit card, a 2.75% processing fee applies. Juvenile Jefferson Parish criminal records are not available through JeffNet under Louisiana law, regardless of subscription level.

The JeffNet subscriber login page at jpclerkofcourt.us is where registered users sign in to search Jefferson Parish criminal case records and view criminal document images going back to 1840.

JeffNet is accessible around the clock, so Jefferson Parish criminal records subscribers can search case information outside of normal clerk office hours when in-person access to Jefferson Parish criminal records is not available.

In-person copy fees through the Jefferson Parish Clerk office are separate from JeffNet subscription costs. If you visit the office in person, plain copies of documents cost $1.00 per page. A conformed copy is $3.00. A certified copy costs $5.00. A criminal history search per name runs $20.00. An extract of court minutes costs $10.00 ($15.00 if certified). These fees apply to in-person requests at the Gretna office. JeffNet printing charges may differ from these rates.

Note: Juvenile Jefferson Parish criminal records are explicitly excluded from JeffNet access per Louisiana law, so those records cannot be obtained through the online portal regardless of the subscription level you hold.

Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office Records

The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency for Jefferson Parish. JPSO handles Jefferson Parish criminal arrest records, booking information, and inmate records separate from the Jefferson Parish criminal court case files at the Jefferson Parish Clerk office. The JPSO main office is at 1233 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA 70058. The main phone number is (504) 363-5500. The JPSO website is at jpso.com and covers Jefferson Parish criminal arrest and inmate information.

The JPSO Central Records unit is in Building A at 1233 Westbank Expressway, Harvey. The direct phone is (504) 363-5590. You can also email at centralrecords@jpso.com. Central Records hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This is the place to go for Jefferson Parish criminal arrest records, incident reports, and other police documentation handled by the sheriff's department.

The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office website at jpso.com provides access to the Jefferson Parish criminal inmate search tool, information on Central Records for criminal arrest records, and contact details for various JPSO departments.

The JPSO site also includes information on civil process, court services, and other sheriff functions that intersect with the Jefferson Parish criminal court system.

JPSO also operates a free online Jefferson Parish criminal inmate search tool. The JPSO inmate search portal lets you search by name and see current Jefferson Parish criminal charges, bond amounts, and booking information without visiting the sheriff's office.

The Jefferson Parish criminal inmate search is a quick way to check on someone currently in Jefferson Parish custody and see the criminal charges they are being held on.

Criminal Courts in Jefferson Parish

Jefferson Parish has several courts that handle matters at different levels. The 24th Judicial District Court is the main felony court. The courthouse is at 200 Derbigny Street in Gretna. The 24th JDC website is at 24jdc.us. This court handles all serious felony charges in Jefferson Parish and operates specialty programs as part of its criminal docket.

The 24th JDC specialty programs include Drug Court, DWI Court, Intensive Probation Services, Reentry Court, and Swift and Certain Probation. These programs handle defendants who may benefit from treatment, supervision, or structured reentry plans as an alternative to traditional sentencing. Each has its own track and requirements. Participation is generally voluntary but may be part of a plea agreement.

Two Parish Courts handle lower-level matters in Jefferson Parish. The First Parish Court covers the East Bank and is at 924 David Drive in Metairie. The criminal division phone is (504) 736-8910. The Second Parish Court covers the West Bank and is at 100 Huey P. Long Avenue in Gretna. The criminal division phone is (504) 364-2929. Both courts handle misdemeanor offenses, traffic violations, and local ordinance violations. Felony cases go to the 24th JDC. If you are looking for Jefferson Parish criminal records from a minor offense or traffic case, Jefferson Parish Courts are the right place to check.

Juvenile Court Records in Jefferson Parish

Jefferson Parish Juvenile Court handles cases involving minors. the Jefferson Parish court is at 1546 Gretna Boulevard, Harvey, LA. The phone number is (504) 367-3500. Juvenile records in Jefferson Parish are closed to the general public by state law. You cannot simply walk in and view a juvenile case file the way you can with adult Jefferson Parish criminal records.

To access a juvenile court record, you must petition the Jefferson Parish court and show a legitimate legal reason for needing it. The judge decides whether to grant access. This applies to both the Jefferson Parish court case file and any records maintained by JPSO or other agencies related to the juvenile proceeding. JeffNet does not provide access to juvenile records, as noted in the Jefferson Parish Clerk's own terms of service for the portal.

If you believe a juvenile record may affect an adult criminal case or expungement matter, consult an attorney before filing any petition. The rules around Jefferson Parish juvenile criminal records are specific, and access is not guaranteed even with a court petition.

Expungements in Jefferson Parish

Getting a Jefferson Parish criminal record expunged involves several steps and multiple fees. The total cost depends on the type of offense. For a standard felony or misdemeanor expungement, the total comes to $550.00. This breaks down as $300.00 paid to the Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court and $250.00 paid to the Louisiana State Police. the Jefferson Parish Clerk accepts cash, check, or money order. The payment to Louisiana State Police must be made by USPS money order only. Credit cards are not accepted. All fees are non-refundable regardless of outcome.

DWI expungements carry a higher total of $600.00. That breaks down as $300.00 to the Jefferson Parish Clerk, $250.00 to Louisiana State Police (USPS money order only), and an additional $50.00 to the Office of Motor Vehicles (also USPS money order only). Again, no credit cards, and no refunds.

Before filing your expungement petition, you must obtain a sheriff records review from JPSO. This step is handled by a separate unit. The contact number for the JPSO review is (504) 363-5541. JPSO charges a $50.00 fee, and it must be paid in cash only. The review is non-refundable. You must get it completed within 60 days before you file. If more than 60 days pass, you will need a new JPSO review before filing the Jefferson Parish criminal expungement.

Louisiana's expungement statute is La. R.S. 44:9. That law defines eligibility, sets out the petition process, and specifies the timeframes for agency objections. Not all Jefferson Parish criminal records qualify. Crimes of violence, sex offenses, and other specific categories are excluded by statute. An attorney can review your record and advise you before you spend money on non-refundable fees.

Note: All expungement fees are non-refundable, so confirm eligibility before submitting payment to the Jefferson Parish Clerk, the sheriff, or the state police.

What Jefferson Parish Criminal Records Show

A Jefferson Parish criminal case file at the Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court contains all documents filed during a proceeding. The file opens when the state or grand jury files charges. Every motion, minute entry, order, and judgment added to the file becomes part of the permanent public record unless a court seals it by order.

Jefferson Parish criminal records typically include the bill of information or indictment, arraignment records, bond and bail documentation, pretrial motions and rulings, hearing minutes, plea agreements if the case resolved without trial, trial transcripts and jury records for cases that went to trial, the verdict, and the sentencing judgment. Court minutes from each court date provide a summary of who appeared and what orders were entered. These are often the quickest way to get the basic facts about a case without reading the full file.

Through JeffNet, subscribers can view case activity going back to 1994 and document images going back to 1840. In person at the Jefferson Parish Clerk office, all criminal public records are free to inspect during office hours. Copies cost extra. For a current Jefferson Parish criminal case, the Jefferson Parish Clerk can also provide the next scheduled court date and the current case status.

Cities in Jefferson Parish

Jefferson Parish includes several cities and unincorporated communities on both the East Bank and West Bank of the Mississippi River. All criminal cases from within Jefferson Parish are filed through the 24th Judicial District Court and the Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court. Cities with their own pages are listed below.

Nearby Parishes

These parishes border Jefferson Parish. Each has its own clerk of court and court system. Use these links if you need to search criminal records in an adjacent parish.