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Recording a Deed or Document in St. John the Baptist Parish, LA
St. John the Baptist Parish (population 42,477) records real-property documents through the St. John the Baptist Parish Clerk of Court (Land Records/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.
St. John the Baptist Parish recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- St. John the Baptist Parish Clerk of Court (Land Records/Recording Department)
- Recording fee
- $105 (1-5 pages) first / 6-25 pgs $205, 26-50 pgs $305, 51+ pgs $305 + $5/additional page; oversized paper (>8.5x14) +$20/page add'l (+Dual recording (conveyance+mortgage) roughly doubles base tier fees; cancellation certificate $5; clear lien certificate $20; mortgage certificate (1st name) $20; certification per document $10; non-standard doc surcharge $10)
- Mailing address
- P.O. Box 280, Edgard, LA 70049
- Phone
- 985-497-3331 (Edgard/Westbank) / 985-652-8041 (LaPlace/Eastbank)
- Checks payable to
- unverified (presumed St. John the Baptist Parish Clerk of Court)
- Electronic recording
- Paper / mail
Can you e-record in St. John the Baptist Parish?
St. John the Baptist 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 St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana
- Prepare the document so it meets St. John the Baptist 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 St. John the Baptist Parish Clerk of Court (Land Records/Recording Department) at P.O. Box 280, Edgard, LA 70049.
- Pay the recording fee ($105 (1-5 pages) first / 6-25 pgs $205, 26-50 pgs $305, 51+ pgs $305 + $5/additional page; oversized paper (>8.5x14) +$20/page add'l (+Dual recording (conveyance+mortgage) roughly doubles base tier fees; cancellation certificate $5; clear lien certificate $20; mortgage certificate (1st name) $20; certification per document $10; non-standard doc surcharge $10)).
- 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 St. John the Baptist 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.
St. John the Baptist Parish recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in St. John the Baptist Parish?
The St. John the Baptist Parish Clerk of Court (Land Records/Recording Department) charges $105 (1-5 pages) first / 6-25 pgs $205, 26-50 pgs $305, 51+ pgs $305 + $5/additional page; oversized paper (>8.5x14) +$20/page add'l (+Dual recording (conveyance+mortgage) roughly doubles base tier fees; cancellation certificate $5; clear lien certificate $20; mortgage certificate (1st name) $20; certification per document $10; non-standard doc surcharge $10), with checks payable to unverified (presumed St. John the Baptist Parish Clerk of Court). Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in St. John the Baptist Parish?
St. John the Baptist 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 St. John the Baptist Parish?
Mail recordings to St. John the Baptist Parish Clerk of Court (Land Records/Recording Department): P.O. Box 280, Edgard, LA 70049 (985-497-3331 (Edgard/Westbank) / 985-652-8041 (LaPlace/Eastbank)).
Can Jurably record my document in St. John the Baptist 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 St. John the Baptist Parish recorder in person.
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