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Jefferson Davis Parish Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana. Serving a population of 31.553 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Jennings • Land Area: 651,52 sq mi • State: Louisiana (LA)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Jefferson Davis Parish Courthouse / Recording Office, Jennings, LA 70546

Seat of government for Jefferson Davis Parish in Jennings, LA.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(225) 601-8243

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 22053 • Coordinates: 30.2695° N, -92.8162° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Jefferson Davis Parish

  • ✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
  • ✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
  • ✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
  • ✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode
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Land Records & Real Property

Jefferson Davis Parish Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by La. R.S. 13:844
First Page Base Fee
$105.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$10.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
None (No state transfer tax; New Orleans imposes municipal transfer doc tax)
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Louisiana:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.
Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.
Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.
Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.
Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Jefferson Davis Parish

License Fee $35.00
Waiting Period 24 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 30 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Jefferson Davis Parish courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: 24-hour waiting period. Issued by Parish Clerk of Court.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $15.00
Death Cert $9.00
Marriage Cert $15.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Louisiana Department of Health Vital Records Registry and the local Jefferson Davis Parish clerk counter.
Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.
Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Jefferson Davis Parish

Filing Fee: $75.00
1. Filing Authority

In Jefferson Davis Parish, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Louisiana Secretary of State & Parish Clerk.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in Louisiana.

3. State Rules & Notice

Trade name filed with Secretary of State and recorded with local Parish Clerk of Court.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Jefferson Davis Parish Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Jefferson Davis Parish Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Jefferson Davis Parish office is located at Jefferson Davis Parish Courthouse / Recording Office, Jennings, LA 70546. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (225) 601-8243.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Jefferson Davis Parish?
Under Louisiana statute (La. R.S. 13:844), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Jefferson Davis Parish costs $105.00 for the first page, plus $10.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: None (No state transfer tax; New Orleans imposes municipal transfer doc tax).
How do I obtain a marriage license in Jefferson Davis Parish, LA?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Jefferson Davis Parish Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $35.00. Louisiana requires a waiting period of 24 hours, and the license is valid for 30 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Jefferson Davis Parish?
In Jefferson Davis Parish, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Louisiana Secretary of State & Parish Clerk with a standard statutory filing fee of $75.00. Trade name filed with Secretary of State and recorded with local Parish Clerk of Court.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Jefferson Davis Parish?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $15.00 and death certificates starting at $9.00) can be requested through the Louisiana Department of Health Vital Records Registry or directly at the Jefferson Davis Parish courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.