Bossier Parish

Bossier County is located in northwestern Louisiana, directly across the Red River from Caddo Parish and the city of Shreveport. Bossier County seat is Benton, situated approximately 15 miles north of Bossier City, the largest municipality in Bossier County. Established in 1843, Bossier County was named after Pierre the local community, a 19th-century Louisiana plantation owner and general in the militia. Bossier County includes approximately 867 square miles and serves a population of over 128,000 residents according to recent census estimates. Benton area City is the economic and population hub, home to Barksdale Air Force Base, one of the most significant military installations in the United States and headquarters of Air Force Global Strike Command. Bossier County features diverse geography including pine forests, agricultural lands, and waterways such as the Red River and Cypress-Black Bayou. Major landmarks include the Louisiana Boardwalk entertainment district, casinos along the riverfront, and historical sites in Benton. The Bossier Parish Clerk of Court, located at 204 Burt Boulevard in Benton, maintains court records, marriage licenses, and certain property documents. the local community Parish Assessor's Office at 204 Burt Boulevard handles property assessments and tax rolls. The Benton area Parish Police Jury is the parish governing body. What makes Bossier County unique is its blend of military significance through Barksdale AFB, gaming and entertainment industries, and strong connections to the broader Shreveport-Benton area metropolitan area while maintaining its own distinct identity and rapid growth trajectory over recent decades.

Bossier Parish Louisiana Court is located at 204 Burt Blvd, Benton, LA 71006. It is a district court that handles civil and criminal cases. It also handles family law, juvenile law, and probate matters. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm.

Bossier Parish Louisiana court jurisdiction is located in the city of Benton, Louisiana. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases in the parish. The court is located at 204 Burt Boulevard, Benton, Louisiana 71006.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• 44:1 et seq.), arrest records and booking information are generally public records accessible upon request.
• Citizens may submit public records requests to the Sheriff's Office either in person, by mail, or through written request.
• Processing times and fees for copies may apply according to statutory guidelines.
• Arrest records older than those available online may require formal public records requests submitted to the Records Division.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond process in Louisiana allows for cash bonds, property bonds, or bail bonds through a licensed bondsman, providing several options for securing release from custody.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

• Fees for certified copies of court documents typically range from $5 to $25 depending on the document type and number of pages.

Property records, deeds, and land documents for this county are maintained by the County Clerk or Recorder of Deeds office. Public access includes deed searches, mortgage records, plat maps, and tax assessments.

• Fees for certified copies of recorded documents are established by Louisiana Revised Statute 13:842 and typically include per-page charges plus certification fees.
• The Assessor provides a free online property search tool accessible through the parish website, allowing users to search by owner name, address, or parcel number.
• Requests for historical records, chain of title documentation, or bulk record copies should be directed to the Clerk's Conveyance Department.
• Recording fees are set by statute and vary based on document type and page count.

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• Processing time for mail requests is typically 4-6 weeks, while in-person requests at regional offices may be processed same-day or within a few business days.
• Online ordering is available through VitalChek, an authorized service provider, at www.vitalchek.com, though additional processing fees apply for expedited service.
• The marriage license fee is set by state statute, and couples must appear in person to apply.