Find Marriage Records in East Feliciana Parish
East Feliciana Parish marriage records are maintained by the Clerk of Court in Clinton, Louisiana. The clerk serves as the official keeper of marriage licenses and related documents for the 20th Judicial District. If you need to search for a marriage that took place in East Feliciana Parish, you can check the statewide eClerksLA online portal or visit the clerk office directly in Clinton. This page explains what the clerk office holds, how to apply for a license, and where to find older historical records from the parish.
East Feliciana Parish Quick Facts
East Feliciana Parish Clerk of Court
The East Feliciana Parish Clerk of Court in Clinton is the office that handles marriage licenses for the parish. This office processes new applications, issues licenses, and records completed marriages. The clerk keeps the official index of all marriages that took place in East Feliciana Parish. Requests for certified copies of past records go through this office as well.
The clerk office is located at 12305 St. Helena Street in Clinton, Louisiana. The mailing address is PO Box 599, Clinton, LA 70722. Hours run Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The office is part of the 20th Judicial District Court, which serves East Feliciana Parish.
You can reach the clerk by phone at (225) 683-5145 or by fax at (225) 683-5147. If you plan to mail a records request, include a copy of your valid photo ID and note what record you need. Staff can confirm the current fee and any forms you must send before you submit your request.
| Office Address | 12305 St. Helena Street, Clinton, LA 70722 |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | PO Box 599, Clinton, LA 70722 |
| Phone | (225) 683-5145 |
| Fax | (225) 683-5147 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Marriage License Fee | $27.50 |
| Judicial District | 20th Judicial District Court |
East Feliciana Parish Marriage Records Online
East Feliciana Parish participates in the eClerksLA system, which provides online access to marriage records indexed across many Louisiana parishes. This free tool lets you search by name from home without a trip to Clinton. It is useful for locating a record or confirming that a marriage was filed in East Feliciana Parish.
The eClerksLA online portal at evaultla.com is where you start an online search. The screenshot below shows the eClerksLA interface used for East Feliciana Parish marriage record lookups.
The eClerksLA portal gives you index-level information. To get a certified copy you must contact the East Feliciana Parish Clerk of Court directly and pay the applicable fee.
The Louisiana Clerks of Court Association portal at laclerksportal.org also indexes East Feliciana Parish marriage records. Under La. R.S. 13:754, all parish clerks must submit marriage license data to the statewide LCRAA database. The screenshot below shows the LCRAA portal search interface.
Both online portals are free to search. They work best for recent records. For older or historical records, check the Louisiana State Archives described below.
Applying for a Marriage License in East Feliciana Parish
The fee for a marriage license in East Feliciana Parish is $27.50. You pay this at the clerk office in Clinton when you apply. Under Louisiana R.S. 9:222, you can apply for a license in any Louisiana parish. You do not need to be a resident of East Feliciana Parish to apply there. Some couples choose this parish because it is convenient to where they plan to hold the ceremony.
Louisiana requires specific documents at the time of application. Under R.S. 9:225, each applicant must provide a valid government photo ID and a birth certificate as proof of age and identity. Under R.S. 9:223, you must also provide your Social Security number. If either party has been married before, you need a certified copy of the divorce judgment or a death certificate showing that the prior marriage ended.
Applicants between 16 and 17 years old need written parental consent and authorization from a Louisiana judge. No person under 16 may legally marry in Louisiana. These rules apply in every parish including East Feliciana. The clerk office in Clinton can answer questions about what is needed for your specific situation.
Note: Louisiana R.S. 9:241 requires a 72-hour waiting period from the time the license is issued before it can be used. R.S. 9:242 allows a judge to waive that waiting period.
Marriage License Rules and Validity
An East Feliciana Parish marriage license is valid for 30 days from the date issued. The wedding ceremony must happen within that window or the license expires. There are no extensions. If you miss the 30-day period, you must apply again and pay the fee again.
After the ceremony, the officiant who performed it signs the license and returns it to the clerk office. The clerk records it and files the original. At that point the marriage is official in Louisiana. You can then ask the clerk for certified copies. Most government agencies, banks, and insurance companies want a certified copy rather than the original.
The 30-day limit comes from state law and applies equally in all 64 Louisiana parishes. There is no parish-by-parish variation on this rule. If you plan to travel after the wedding or know the ceremony date is close to the 30-day mark, keep track of the exact expiration date shown on your license.
Historical Marriage Records from East Feliciana Parish
The Louisiana State Archives maintains historical marriage records from East Feliciana Parish that are 50 or more years old. These records are useful for genealogical research, inheritance matters, and verifying old family documents. The Archives holds collections from all 64 parishes and has digitized many older records for online access.
You can start a search for historical East Feliciana Parish records at the Louisiana State Archives site at sos.la.gov/historicalresources. The screenshot below shows the Archives search interface where older parish records can be found.
For records less than 50 years old, go to the East Feliciana Parish Clerk of Court in Clinton. The State Archives does not hold recent records. When searching older records, have both parties' full names and the approximate year of the marriage ready. Older documents may have spelling inconsistencies in the index.
Legal Help for East Feliciana Parish Residents
People in East Feliciana Parish who need help understanding marriage law or accessing records can turn to several resources. Louisiana Law Help at louisianalawhelp.org offers self-help guides on family law topics, including marriage requirements and how to obtain vital records. The site is free to use and covers common questions without legal jargon.
For personal legal advice, contact an attorney who practices family law in Louisiana. The Louisiana State Bar Association has a referral service. If you have a low income, you may qualify for free legal help through a local legal services organization. Call 211 to find out what options are available in East Feliciana Parish.
Nearby Parishes
East Feliciana Parish borders several other parishes in southeast Louisiana. Each has its own Clerk of Court and marriage record collection. If you need records from a neighboring parish or want to apply for a license nearby, these offices serve the surrounding area.