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Terrebonne Parish at a glance

State
Louisiana
Parish seat
Houma
Population
111,860
Area
2,080 sq mi
Founded
1822
Cities and towns
10

Terrebonne Parish offices and records

Sheriff & Law Enforcement. The Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office is responsible for maintaining law and order throughout the parish.

Police Departments. Law enforcement in Terrebonne Parish is provided by both the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments.

Law Enforcement & Arrests. The Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office (TPSO), located at 2295 Highway 311 in Schriever, LA 70395, is the primary law enforcement agency for the parish. Sheriff Tim Soignet leads the TPSO, which operates the Houma area Criminal Justice Complex, the main detention facility housing adult inmates. The TPSO website (www.tpso.net) provides an online inmate search feature where the public can look up current detainees by name or booking number, view booking dates, charges, and bond information. The facility's phone number is for general inquiries. Within Houma area, the Houma Police Department serves the parish seat at 3911 West Park Avenue, Houma, LA 70360, providing municipal law enforcement services.

Arrest Records. Arrest records in Terrebonne Parish are maintained by Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office.

Mugshots & Booking Photos. Mugshots in Terrebonne Parish are taken and retained by the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office during the booking process.

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Where can I find mugshots or booking photos in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana?

Mugshots and booking photos in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, can be obtained from the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office. They may provide access to these records through their official website or by visiting their office in person. It's advisable to check their online portal for any available digital resources or contact them directly for specific requests.

How do I get a criminal background check in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana?

To obtain a criminal background check in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, you need to contact the Louisiana State Police Bureau of Criminal Identification and Information. They will provide the necessary forms and instructions for submitting your request under state regulations.

How can I look up sex offenders in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana?

You can look up sex offenders in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, by accessing the Louisiana State Police Sex Offender and Child Predator Registry. This registry provides detailed information about registered sex offenders in the area. The online portal allows you to search by name, address, or proximity to specific locations within Terrebonne Parish.

How do I register to vote in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana?

You can register to vote in Terrebonne Parish online through the Louisiana Secretary of State's GeauxVote system at www.GeauxVote.com, in person at the Terrebonne Parish Registrar of Voters office at 8026 Main Street in Houma, or by mailing a registration application. The registration deadline is 30 days before an election for paper applications and 20 days before for online registration. You must be a U.S. Citizen, at least 17 years old, and a resident of Louisiana and the parish where you register. Early voting and absentee ballot information is available through the Registrar's office at (985) 868-5721.

How do I look up property records in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana?

Property records in Terrebonne Parish can be searched online through the Terrebonne Parish Assessor website for tax assessment information, ownership, and property characteristics, and through Houma Parish Registrar of Conveyances for recorded deeds, mortgages, liens, and other instruments. Both offices are located at 8026 Main Street, Government Tower, in Houma. The Assessor's online search is free and includes GIS mapping tools. Certified copies of recorded documents require a request to the Registrar of Conveyances at (985) 868-5620, with fees of $5.00 for the first page and $1.00 for additional pages.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana?

Birth and death certificates for events occurring in Terrebonne Parish are obtained through the Louisiana State Vital Records Registry in Baton Rouge, not through parish offices. You can order online through VitalChek at www.vitalchek.com, by mail to 628 N 4th Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, or in person at the state office. Birth certificates cost $15.00 and death certificates cost $7.00, with processing typically taking 2-3 weeks for mail requests. You must provide valid identification and proof of relationship for restricted records (births less than 100 years old), as required by Louisiana law.

How do I find business license records in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana?

Business records in Terrebonne Parish can be searched through multiple sources depending on the record type. For formal business entities (LLCs, corporations), use the free Louisiana Secretary of State business search at www.sos.la.gov/BusinessServices. For Trade Names (DBAs) and UCC filings, contact the Terrebonne Parish Clerk of Court at (985) 868-5660. Parish occupational licenses are issued by the Terrebonne Parish Finance Department at 8026 Main Street, and the City of Houma issues separate licenses for businesses within city limits. Professional licensing information is available through respective state licensing boards.

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