How to Search Caddo County Records (Start Here)
In Louisiana, the Clerk of Court handles both court filings and property recordings.
In Louisiana, the Sheriff collects property taxes.
- Court records: Clerk of Court.
- Deeds and liens: Clerk of Court (Conveyance Office).
- Property values: Parish Assessor.
- Tax bills: Parish Sheriff.
Limited online access. Most records require a phone call or in-person visit.
Browse the databases below. Each links directly to an official government portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Caddo County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of Court for court records in Caddo County. Start at the Clerk of Court's office for case lookups — Louisiana has no statewide court search portal.
Who handles property records in Caddo County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the Clerk of Court (Conveyance Office). For property values and assessment data, go to the Parish Assessor. For tax bills and payments, go to the Parish Sheriff.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Caddo County? ▼
Louisiana handles vital records at the state level through Louisiana DHH Vital Records Registry. Marriage licenses are issued locally by the Clerk of Court in Caddo County.
Are Caddo County records available online? ▼
Online access in Caddo County is limited. We list 2 databases here. For most other records, you will need to contact the parish offices directly by phone or in person.
Why does the Sheriff handle property taxes in Caddo County? ▼
In Louisiana, the parish Sheriff is the property tax collector by state law. The Sheriff's office sends tax bills, accepts payments, and pursues delinquent taxes. This surprises people from other states, where a Treasurer or Tax Collector does this.
Why is Caddo County called a parish instead of a county? ▼
Louisiana uses parishes instead of counties. The Clerk of Court serves as both the court clerk and the property recorder (through the Conveyance Office and Mortgage Office). Louisiana's legal system is based on French civil law, which affects how property, estates, and community property work.
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Criminal & Court Records
Criminal & Court Records
Caddo County — Louisiana Supreme Court
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Authoritative state courts directory maintained by the state judicial branch; includes information for this county. County: Caddo County.
Jail & Inmate Records
Caddo Parish Sheriff Sales
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Use this service from the Caddo Parish, Louisiana Sheriff to browse the property up for Sheriff sale.
Property & Tax Records
Caddo County — Louisiana Tax Commission
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Authoritative state tax/property directory maintained by the state revenue department; includes information for this county. County: Caddo County.
