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NEW: The Louisiana Supreme Court celebrated national Constitution Day Friday, September 16, 2016, by giving away free pocket-sized copies of the U.S. Constitution at the Royal Street courthouse
NEW: Executive Order JBE 2016-66 issued by Governor John Bel Edwards (pdf)
Order issued by Governor Edwards on September 9, 2016 amending Executive Orders JBE 2016-53 and JBE 2016-57.
NEW CLOSURE INFORMATION
NEW: CALCASIEU PARISH CLERK OF COURT'S OFFICE (pdf)
Due to a power outage in the Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court’s offices, the Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court’s office closed at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 and will re-open on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at 8:30 a.m.
This closure shall be considered a legal holiday in accordance with LSA R.S. 1:55.
If the outage continues and the Clerk of Court’s office should remain closed beyond Wednesday, September 14, 2016, notice of the closure will be posted on the Clerk of Court’s website, on the Louisiana Supreme Court website (www.lasc.org) and in the news media.
NEW: Denham Springs City Court Disaster Recovery Update (pdf)
The Louisiana Supreme Court heard oral arguments on two pending cases at Loyola University College of Law in Room 315B. The seven justices held proceedings at Loyola as part of an ongoing effort by the Court to educate and inform students and the general public about the work of the Supreme Court.
NEW: DISASTER RECOVERY ASSISTANCE INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
Links to information gathered from a number of resources involving assistance offered by state and federal entities and agencies which may be of interest to judges, clerks, court administrators, attorneys and citizens.
NEW: FREE CLE on September 16 sponsored by the Law Library of Louisiana and the Supreme Court of Louisiana Historical Society!
Professor Warren Billings will explain why the Louisiana Supreme Court adopted David Hoffman’s Syllabus (A Course of Legal Study: Addressed to Students and the Profession Generally) in 1840, including a discussion of the books that were first on the syllabus, later updates or additions to the syllabus, and why those books remained the basis of legal education for more than 80 years. For registration information and more, click here.
NEW: Louisiana Supreme Court Order regarding filings (pdf)
NEW: Amended Executive Order JBE 2016-57 issued by Governor John Bel Edwards (pdf)
NEW: Chief Justice Bernette Joshua Johnson announced Governor John Bel Edwards issued an Executive Order JBE 2016-53 suspending all deadlines applicable to legal proceedings, including prescription and preemption, in all Louisiana state courts, administrative agencies and boards
Executive Order JBE 2016-53 (pdf)
NEW: COURT CLOSURE ORDERS AND INFORMATION:
MONDAY, AUGUST 22, 2016
- 3RD JUSTICE COURT/ASCENSION PARISH - Due to the flooding of the 3rd Justice Court in Ascension Parish, the court will be closed until further notice.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2016
- 1ST CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEAL - The First Circuit Court of Appeal will be open on Thursday, August 18, 2016, and Friday, August 19, 2016. Pursuant to the Court's Emergency Operations Plan, the Court will be open, but staffed with essential personnel only. The public should only travel to the courthouse if they are able to safely do so.
- BATON ROUGE CITY COURT - Baton Rouge City Court will be closed Friday, August 19, 2016.
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19TH JDC - The 19th JDC will be closed Friday, August 19, 2016.
- 21ST JDC - Livingston and St. Helena courts closed on Friday, August 19, 2016.
- US District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana - Miscellaneous Order
- US District Court, Western District of Louisiana - Miscellaneous Order
- US District Court, Middle District of Louisiana - Omnibus Order
THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, 2016
- 1ST CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEAL - The First Circuit Court of Appeal will be open on Thursday, August 18, 2016, and Friday, August 19, 2016. Pursuant to the Court's Emergency Operations Plan, the Court will be open, but staffed with essential personnel only. The public should only travel to the courthouse if they are able to safely do so.
- 15TH JDC - Closure order for Acadia Parish Courthouse on Thursday, August 18, 2016. The Vermilion Parish Courthouse will reopen Thursday, August 18, 2016; however employees and the public should only travel to the courthouse if they are able to safely do so.
- 15TH JDC - Additional Information Notice from the 15th JDC regarding Jury Duty and Hearings.
- BATON ROUGE CITY COURT - Baton Rouge City Court will be closed Thursday, August 18, 2016.
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19TH JDC - The 19th JDC will be closed Thursday, August 18, 2016.
- 21ST JDC - Livingston and St. Helena courts closed on Thursday, August 18, 2016.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2016
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1ST CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEAL - The Court of Appeal, First Circuit, will open for business on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, at 8:30 a.m. Employees who can safely report to work should do so. All employees are encouraged to contact your supervisor to advise of your situation and of any needs you may have.
- 15TH JDC - Closure order for Acadia and Vermilion Parish Courthouses on Wednesday, August 17, 2016. The Vermilion Parish Courthouse will reopen tomorrow, Thursday, August 18, 2016; however employees and the public should only travel to the courthouse if they are able to safely do so.
- 15TH JDC - Additional Information Notice from the 15th JDC regarding Jury Duty and Hearings.
- BATON ROUGE CITY COURT - Baton Rouge City Court will be closed Wednesday, August 17, 2016.
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EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH JUVENILE COURT - EBR Juvenile Court will be closed on Wednesday, August 17, 2016.
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19TH JDC - The 19th JDC will be closed Wednesday, August 17, 2016.
- 21ST JDC - Livingston and St. Helena courts closed on Wednesday, August 17, 2016.
- 23RD JDC - All parishes of the 23rd JDC, as well as Ascension Parish Court, will reopen on Wednesday, August 17, 2016.
- CROWLEY CITY COURT - Due to the severe flooding in the Crowley area and power outages, City Court of Crowley is closed from Monday, August 15 through Wednesday, August 17th. The Court will re-open on Thursday, August 18th.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 16, 2016
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1ST CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEAL - Due to the continuing conditions associated with the flooding in the area, the Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, will be closed Tuesday, August 16, 2016. All filings due during the period of court closure or which become due during the period of closure shall be deemed timely if filed on or before Wednesday, August 17, 2016.
- 15TH JDC - Closure order for Acadia and Vermilion Parish Courthouses on Tuesday, August 16, 2016. Lafayette Parish Courthouse shall reopen on Tuesday, August 16, 2016.
- 15TH JDC - Additional Information Notice from the 15th JDC regarding Jury Duty and Hearings.
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BATON ROUGE CITY COURT - Baton Rouge City Court will be closed Tuesday, August 16, 2016.
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EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH JUVENILE COURT - EBR Juvenile Court will be closed on Tuesday, August 16, 2016.
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19TH JDC - The 19th JDC is closed Tuesday, August 16, 2016.
- 21ST JDC - Livingston and St. Helena courts closed on Tuesday, August 16, 2016. Tangipahoa Court will resume on Tuesday, August 16, 2016.
- 23RD JDC/ASCENSION PARISH COURTHOUSE - The 23rd Judicial District Court for the Parish of Ascension, including the Gonzales and Donaldsonville courthouses, as well as Ascension Parish Court, shall be closed August 16, 2016. The Court in Assumption and St. James Parishes shall remain open.
- CROWLEY CITY COURT - Due to the severe flooding in the Crowley area and power outages, City Court of Crowley is closed from Monday, August 15 through Wednesday, August 17th. The Court will re-open on Thursday, August 18th.
- ZACHARY CITY COURT - By order of Judge Lonny A. Myles, Zachary City Court will be closed Tuesday, August 16, 2016 due to flooding and hazardous weather conditions.
MONDAY, AUGUST 15, 2016
- 1ST CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEAL - Due to the inclement weather, the Louisiana Court of Appeal, 1st Circuit will be closed Monday 8/15/2016. All filings due during the period of court closure or which become due during the period of closure shall be deemed timely if filed on or before Tuesday 8/16/2016.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 12, 2016
- MCLE - Due to loss of power, the MCLE Offices will be closed on Friday, August 12, 2016.
NEW: Louisiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Bernette Joshua Johnson announced, due to the flood conditions affecting several Louisiana parishes, numerous state and federal courts have temporarily closed until conditions improve
Forms for Louisiana Clerks of Court
Louisiana Judicial College 50 Cent Court Cost Remittance Form (Form A) Revised August 2016 (pdf) (Fillable PDF form)
Revised Monthly Civil Case Reporting Form (pdf) (Fillable PDF form)
Acts 403 & 404 Reporting Form - Civil Case Commitment Reporting for Submission to NICS
Acts 403 & 404 - Commitment - Restoration of Weapons Rights Reporting for Submission to NICS
Report of the Supreme Court of Louisiana to the Louisiana Legislature in Response to H.R. No. 156 of the 2014 Regular Legislative Session
Louisiana Court Interpreter Training Program Information & Registration
(Training/Testing Calendar- 2016)
The Louisiana Supreme Court has enacted Part G, Section 13 of this Court’s General Administrative Rules and Louisiana Civil Case Reporting Form for use in reporting on any case that “has been filed in state district court for damages arising from an offense or quasi-offense.”
Financial Rule for Judges, Justices of the Peace, and Judicial Candidates
List of Delinquent Filers (updated 07/07/16)
PLEASE NOTE: Please be advised that an e-mail is circulating purporting to be a Pretrial Notice for an appearance in “The Court of Louisiana.” Please be aware that this e-mail did not originate from the Louisiana Supreme Court. Additionally, please be aware that any attachment associated with this e-mail may contain a virus and those receiving an e-mail similar to the above should not open the attachment.
2013-C -2879 [PARENTS OF MINOR CHILD] v. GEORGE J. CHARLET, JR., DECEASED, CHARLET FUNERAL HOME, INC., [THE PRIEST], AND THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF THE DIOCESE OF BATON ROUGE (Parish of E. Baton Rouge)
WEIMER, J., recused.
HUGHES, J., concurs and assigns reasons.
Supreme Court Report in Response to HCR 143
Notice of Public Hearing - HCR 143 Committee - January 23, 2014 (pdf)
HCR 143 Meeting Notice - Presentation (pdf) |
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