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Recording a Deed or Document in St. Landry Parish, LA
St. Landry Parish (population 82,546) records real-property documents through the St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court (Property 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. Landry Parish recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court (Property 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 (+Includes up to 10 indexed names, certified copy, and SB No. 1274/Act 661 fee; extra names $5 each; debtor w/o SSN/Tax ID $25; non-standard doc surcharge $10; cancellation/partial release $60)
- Mailing address
- P.O. Box 750, Opelousas, LA 70571 (physical: 118 S. Court St., Suite 207, Opelousas, LA 70570)
- Phone
- 337-942-5606 (fax for recording: 337-948-7265)
- Checks payable to
- unverified (presumed St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court)
- Electronic recording
- Paper / mail
Can you e-record in St. Landry Parish?
St. Landry 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. Landry Parish, Louisiana
- Prepare the document so it meets St. Landry 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. Landry Parish Clerk of Court (Property Records/Recording Department) at P.O. Box 750, Opelousas, LA 70571 (physical: 118 S. Court St., Suite 207, Opelousas, LA 70570).
- 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 (+Includes up to 10 indexed names, certified copy, and SB No. 1274/Act 661 fee; extra names $5 each; debtor w/o SSN/Tax ID $25; non-standard doc surcharge $10; cancellation/partial release $60)).
- 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. Landry 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. Landry Parish recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in St. Landry Parish?
The St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court (Property 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 (+Includes up to 10 indexed names, certified copy, and SB No. 1274/Act 661 fee; extra names $5 each; debtor w/o SSN/Tax ID $25; non-standard doc surcharge $10; cancellation/partial release $60), with checks payable to unverified (presumed St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court). Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in St. Landry Parish?
St. Landry 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. Landry Parish?
Mail recordings to St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court (Property Records/Recording Department): P.O. Box 750, Opelousas, LA 70571 (physical: 118 S. Court St., Suite 207, Opelousas, LA 70570) (337-942-5606 (fax for recording: 337-948-7265)).
Can Jurably record my document in St. Landry 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. Landry Parish recorder in person.
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