Assumption Parish DUI Records Search

Assumption Parish Clerk of Court: DUI Case Files

The Assumption Parish Clerk of Court, Hon. Erin Hebert, is the official custodian of all criminal court records in the parish, including OWI and DUI case filings. The office is located at 4809 Hwy. 1, Napoleonville, LA 70390. The mailing address is PO Drawer 249. The main phone number is (985) 369-6653 ext. 295. Office hours are Monday through Friday during normal courthouse hours, except legal holidays.

Every OWI prosecution in Assumption Parish generates a case file with the Clerk of Court. That file includes the charging instrument, bond details, arraignment record, any motions filed by the defense or prosecution, and the final disposition. Whether the case ends in a plea, a trial verdict, or a dismissal, the record stays with the clerk as a permanent public document under La. R.S. 44:1.

Requests for copies can be made in person at the Napoleonville courthouse. Bring any identifying information you have, such as a case number, the defendant's full name, or the approximate date of the arrest. Fees for certified copies are set by state law. Call ahead to confirm current rates before visiting, as the clerk's office can give you the most accurate fee information for the specific documents you need.

23rd JDC: OWI Court Proceedings in Assumption Parish

Assumption Parish is part of the 23rd Judicial District Court, which also covers Ascension and St. James parishes. The 23rd JDC handles both misdemeanor and felony OWI cases for Assumption Parish. First-offense OWI charges fall under La. R.S. 14:98.1. A second conviction is governed by La. R.S. 14:98.2, and a third becomes a felony under La. R.S. 14:98.3.

The court's website at 23rdjdc.org provides information on judicial assignments and court procedures. OWI cases involving Assumption Parish defendants are heard in Napoleonville, though the shared judicial district means some administrative functions may be coordinated across the three-parish region. The Assumption Parish Clerk of Court is the primary contact point for accessing case records specific to the parish.

The 23rd JDC website provides procedural information for OWI defendants and those researching court records in Assumption Parish.

All OWI cases arising in Assumption Parish are heard under the 23rd JDC, with records held by the clerk's office in Napoleonville.

Assumption Parish Sheriff and OWI Enforcement

The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency for DUI stops in unincorporated parts of the parish. The department states that it "shall preserve the quality of life of the citizens of Assumption Parish through the diligent enforcement of all laws." OWI enforcement is part of that mission, and deputies are authorized to conduct traffic stops, field sobriety tests, and chemical testing under Louisiana's implied consent law.

Louisiana's implied consent statute at La. R.S. 32:661 applies to any driver arrested for OWI. Refusal to submit to chemical testing leads to an automatic license suspension under La. R.S. 32:667. This administrative process runs independently of any criminal charge and is handled by the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles.

Arrest records held by the sheriff's office are separate from court records. Booking sheets, arrest reports, and jail logs are maintained by law enforcement. If you need an arrest record rather than a court record, start with the Assumption Parish Sheriff at assumptionsheriff.com.

The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office enforces OWI laws across the parish and maintains arrest records for DUI stops in its jurisdiction.

Contact the sheriff's office directly for booking records and arrest reports. Court records require a separate request to the Clerk of Court in Napoleonville.

Free Online Search: eClerks LA and Louisiana Statewide Tools

Assumption Parish does not currently offer a standalone online portal for searching criminal court records. However, statewide tools can help. The eClerks LA platform at eclerksla.com provides free, name-based searches of Louisiana court records across multiple parishes, including Assumption. It is a practical first step before making an in-person or written request to the clerk's office.

The eClerks LA platform lets you search for OWI case records across Louisiana parishes without a subscription or account registration.

Using eClerks LA, you can confirm whether a DUI case was filed in Assumption Parish before visiting the courthouse or submitting a formal records request.

For crash-related OWI records, the Louisiana State Police crash reports portal at crashreports.dps.la.gov allows you to search for traffic crash reports by date, location, or driver name. If an OWI arrest resulted from a crash, the crash report may contain additional details not found in the criminal court file.

OWI Statutes and Public Records Access in Assumption Parish

Louisiana law does not use the term DUI in its criminal statutes. The charge is OWI, defined at La. R.S. 14:98. The statute covers impaired driving due to alcohol, drugs, or controlled dangerous substances, as well as per se violations when blood alcohol concentration reaches 0.08% or higher.

The right to access court records in Louisiana comes from La. R.S. 44:1, the Public Records Law. Under this statute, OWI case files in Assumption Parish are public records and available for inspection and copying during normal business hours. The only exceptions are records that have been sealed by court order or expunged under Louisiana's expungement statutes. If a record has been expunged, it will not appear in routine searches, though law enforcement may still access it in some circumstances.

If you are trying to determine whether an old OWI conviction has been expunged, the Clerk of Court can advise on what is still publicly visible. An attorney can help you understand the expungement process if you are looking to clear your own record.

Note: All OWI convictions remain in the criminal record unless specifically expunged. Completing a sentence, probation, or diversion program does not automatically remove a conviction from public view.

OMV Records and License Status After an Assumption Parish OWI

An OWI arrest or conviction in Assumption Parish can affect a driver's license through two separate channels. First, the criminal court may impose a suspension as part of sentencing. Second, the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles may impose an administrative suspension based on a failed or refused chemical test, independent of the court outcome.

Drivers can check their own license status through the OMV's ExpressLane portal at expresslane.org. The portal shows current license class, restrictions, and any suspension status. Reinstating a license after an OWI suspension typically requires meeting conditions set by both the court and the OMV, including payment of reinstatement fees and, in some cases, installation of an ignition interlock device.

The OMV office locator at offices.omv.la.gov can help you find the nearest OMV location. There is no OMV office in Napoleonville, so residents typically travel to locations in Thibodaux, Houma, or Baton Rouge for in-person OMV services.

Nearby Parishes

OWI records are filed in the parish where the offense occurred. If you need records from a neighboring parish, use the links below.