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Recording a Deed or Document in Calcasieu Parish, LA
Calcasieu Parish (population 216,778) records real-property documents through the Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court (Recording Department). Below is what it costs, how to submit, and how Jurably can prepare, notarize, and record your document for you — without a trip to the courthouse.
Calcasieu Parish recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court (Recording Department)
- Recording fee
- $105 (1-5 pages, per LA R.S. 13:844 uniform schedule) first / $205 for 6-25 pages; $305 for 26-50 pages; $305 + $5/page beyond 50 add'l (+Includes up to 10 names indexed, 1 certified copy, LCRAA Portal Fee; extra names $5/name beyond 10th; oversized paper (>8.5x14) $20/page; non-standard forms $15)
- Mailing address
- 1000 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601 (Historic Calcasieu Courthouse)
- Phone
- (337) 437-3550
- Checks payable to
- Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court
- Electronic recording
- Paper / mail
Formatting note: Not explicitly mandatory; standard first-page margin requirements apply
Can you e-record in Calcasieu Parish?
Calcasieu Parish records documents submitted by mail or in person. Jurably handles this on the paper rail — we prepare, notarize, mail, and track your document to a recorded instrument number.
How to record a document in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana
- Prepare the document so it meets Calcasieu Parish formatting rules (legal description, grantee address, signature block, and the blank margin the recorder reserves for its stamp).
- Notarize it if the instrument requires acknowledgment — most deeds and affidavits do.
- Submit by mail to Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court (Recording Department) at 1000 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601 (Historic Calcasieu Courthouse).
- Pay the recording fee ($105 (1-5 pages, per LA R.S. 13:844 uniform schedule) first / $205 for 6-25 pages; $305 for 26-50 pages; $305 + $5/page beyond 50 add'l (+Includes up to 10 names indexed, 1 certified copy, LCRAA Portal Fee; extra names $5/name beyond 10th; oversized paper (>8.5x14) $20/page; non-standard forms $15)).
- Receive the recorded instrument back with its book/page or instrument number as proof of record.
Let Jurably record it for you
Skip the courthouse. Upload your signed document to Jurably and we prepare it to Calcasieu Parish standards, arrange remote online notarization if it is needed, record it by certified mail, and return the recorded instrument — usually within a couple of business days. It is a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
Calcasieu Parish recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Calcasieu Parish?
The Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court (Recording Department) charges $105 (1-5 pages, per LA R.S. 13:844 uniform schedule) first / $205 for 6-25 pages; $305 for 26-50 pages; $305 + $5/page beyond 50 add'l (+Includes up to 10 names indexed, 1 certified copy, LCRAA Portal Fee; extra names $5/name beyond 10th; oversized paper (>8.5x14) $20/page; non-standard forms $15), with checks payable to Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court. Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Calcasieu Parish?
Calcasieu Parish records documents submitted by mail or in person. Jurably handles this on the paper rail — we prepare, notarize, mail, and track your document to a recorded instrument number.
Where do I send documents for recording in Calcasieu Parish?
Mail recordings to Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court (Recording Department): 1000 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601 (Historic Calcasieu Courthouse) ((337) 437-3550).
Can Jurably record my document in Calcasieu Parish for me?
Yes. Upload your signed document, and Jurably prepares it, arranges notarization if it is required, records it by mail, and returns the recorded instrument to you — so you never have to visit the Calcasieu Parish recorder in person.
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