Hammond Public Records
Hammond public records are kept by the Tangipahoa Parish Clerk of Court, which serves this city in southeastern Louisiana as part of the 21st Judicial District. Civil, criminal, property, and marriage records for Hammond and all of Tangipahoa Parish are maintained by the clerk in Amite City, the parish seat. Louisiana's public records law under La. R.S. 44:1 and Louisiana Constitution Article XII, Section 3 guarantees that any person can inspect and copy these documents. This page explains where Hammond public records are held and how to access them both online and in person.
Hammond Quick Facts
Tangipahoa Parish Clerk: Where to Find Hammond Records
Hammond is the largest city in Tangipahoa Parish, but the parish courthouse is in Amite City, not Hammond. The Tangipahoa Parish Clerk of Court is at 110 North Bay Street, Amite City, LA 70422. Phone is (985) 748-4146. Amite City is north of Hammond along U.S. Highway 51. Hammond residents who need to visit the clerk's office in person must make the drive to Amite City.
The 21st Judicial District covers Livingston, St. Helena, and Tangipahoa parishes. Civil and criminal court cases originating in Hammond are filed in this district and maintained by the clerk in Amite City. Property conveyances, mortgages, and marriage licenses for Tangipahoa Parish are also all held at the Amite City courthouse.
Hammond does have its own city government, which means local city records such as permits, city court matters, and city police reports may be held by city offices rather than the parish clerk. For court cases, property filings, and official legal records, the Amite City courthouse is the primary source.
Note: Hammond city court handles minor violations and local ordinance cases separately from the district court in Amite City. If you need a district court record, contact the Tangipahoa Parish Clerk. For city court records, contact Hammond City Hall directly.
Online Access to Hammond Public Records
Because many Hammond residents find the drive to Amite City inconvenient, online tools for accessing public records are especially useful. The Louisiana Clerks of Court statewide portal at laclerksportal.org provides a free index of Tangipahoa Parish filings, including records tied to Hammond. Search by name, case number, or document type at no charge. The index is free; obtaining copies may carry a per-page fee.
The LCRAA statewide portal at laclerksportal.org indexes Tangipahoa Parish records including Hammond civil, criminal, and property filings, giving residents free online access.
This free index is the best starting point for Hammond residents who want to check records before making the trip to Amite City.
ClerkConnect at clerkconnect.com is a subscription service that offers more detailed access to Tangipahoa Parish records. It is used by attorneys, title professionals, and others who regularly search records in this area. The eClerks platform at eclerksla.com also covers Louisiana clerk records statewide, including Tangipahoa Parish, and provides an additional online search option for Hammond residents.
Civil and Criminal Court Records
Civil court records from Hammond cover lawsuits, family law matters such as divorce and custody, succession proceedings, and property disputes filed in the 21st Judicial District. All of these are maintained by the Tangipahoa Parish Clerk in Amite City. Civil records are public under La. R.S. 44:1 and can be accessed through the LCRAA portal, ClerkConnect, or in person at the courthouse.
Criminal court records cover felony and misdemeanor charges filed in Tangipahoa Parish. These include charges involving Hammond defendants. Each case file contains the charging documents, court minutes, motions, plea records, and final judgments. These files are public under state law unless a judge has ordered them sealed. Juvenile cases are not public under La. R.S. 44:4.
When searching for a specific criminal case from Hammond, use the LCRAA portal first to confirm the case exists and identify the case number. Then call the clerk at (985) 748-4146 or visit in person at 110 North Bay Street with the details you found. Staff can help retrieve and copy the specific documents you need.
Property Records for Hammond
Every real estate sale, mortgage, and lien in Tangipahoa Parish must be recorded with the clerk in Amite City to be legally effective. The conveyance index traces ownership of each parcel over time. The mortgage index shows all recorded liens and security interests against properties. Both indexes are open to the public and searchable online.
Hammond's position along Interstate 12 and its role as a regional hub in southeastern Louisiana means a steady volume of real estate activity generates filings at the Amite City courthouse. Attorneys, title companies, and real estate professionals working in Hammond use the clerk's records regularly. The LCRAA portal and ClerkConnect are the primary online tools for reaching these records remotely.
For certified copies of deeds, mortgages, or other property documents, submit a request to the clerk's office by mail or in person. Include the property description or parcel number, the party names, and the approximate filing dates. The clerk's staff will locate and copy the records for the standard fee of $1 per page.
Vital Records and Marriage Licenses
Marriage licenses for Tangipahoa Parish are issued and recorded by the clerk of court in Amite City. If you were married in Tangipahoa Parish, the license and recorded certificate are on file there. Copies can be requested by visiting the clerk in Amite City or by submitting a written request by mail.
Birth and death certificates are not held by the parish clerk. These are state records issued by the Louisiana Department of Health. For certified copies of recent vital records with a Hammond address, contact the Department of Health. For older historical vital records, the Louisiana Secretary of State maintains a free public index online.
The Louisiana vital records index at sos.la.gov provides free access to older birth, death, and marriage records from Tangipahoa Parish and across Louisiana.
This index works well for genealogy research involving Hammond and Tangipahoa Parish families, particularly for records predating modern databases.
Statewide Public Records Resources
Hammond residents have access to several statewide public records tools beyond the Tangipahoa Parish clerk. The Louisiana Secretary of State at sos.la.gov manages business entity filings, notary records, and election data for the state. For any business registered in Louisiana with a Hammond address, the Secretary of State's search portal is the place to look. The state archives hold older historical materials from across the state.
Louisiana's public records law under La. R.S. 44:1 defines public records broadly. Louisiana Constitution Article XII, Section 3 makes access a constitutional right. Agencies must respond to requests within three business days. Exemptions under La. R.S. 44:4 cover juvenile records, certain law enforcement investigative materials, and personal health information. For nearly everything else, records are open to anyone who asks.
The Louisiana Secretary of State at sos.la.gov is the gateway to state-level public records, business filings, and archives relevant to Hammond residents and businesses.
State-level records at the Secretary of State are distinct from the parish-level records held by the Tangipahoa Parish Clerk in Amite City.
Nearby Qualifying Cities
These nearby cities each have public records pages with local courthouse and clerk details.