Beauregard Parish Marriage License Lookup

The Beauregard Parish Clerk of Court in DeRidder handles all marriage license applications for the parish. Applicants must visit the office in person with valid documents. The marriage license fee is approximately $27.50 to $35.00, and the license is valid for 30 days anywhere in Louisiana. This page provides everything you need to apply for a Beauregard Parish marriage license or to search for existing records held by the clerk's office.

Beauregard Parish Clerk of Court - Marriage Licenses

The Beauregard Parish Clerk of Court maintains the recording department that handles marriage license applications. The office is at 204 South Stewart Street in DeRidder. Staff are available Monday through Friday during regular business hours. Walk-in applicants are accepted, but calling ahead is a good way to confirm current wait times and requirements before you make the drive to the courthouse.

The Beauregard Parish Clerk has a dedicated website at beauregardclerk.org. That site has information about all the services the clerk provides. The homepage, shown below, is the best starting point for finding current contact details and any updates to office procedures.

The clerk's website has a dedicated section for marriage licenses. That page, linked at beauregardclerk.org/departments/recording/marriage, explains the requirements and process specific to Beauregard Parish.

Reading that page before your visit is a good idea. It may have been updated with current fees or any new document requirements.

The Louisiana state directory at louisiana.gov/local-louisiana/beauregard-parish also has parish-level contact information for Beauregard. The image below shows that directory page.

Beauregard Parish Marriage License Requirements

Louisiana requires specific information and documents for every marriage license application. Under RS 9:224, the application must include the full names, ages, Social Security numbers, and parents' names of both people applying. The Beauregard Parish Clerk collects this through the documents you present. Having everything ready before you walk in speeds up the process.

Each applicant must have a certified birth certificate. This is a state requirement under RS 9:225. The certificate must be an official certified copy from the vital records office in the state where you were born. A hospital-issued birth certificate or a photocopy will not be accepted. In addition to the birth certificate, each person needs a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license, state ID card, or passport. Social Security numbers are required for both applicants.

Anyone who has been married before must show that the prior marriage has legally ended. A certified divorce decree or a death certificate for a deceased spouse are acceptable forms of proof. The clerk reviews these documents to verify the end of the previous marriage before issuing a new license. Under RS 9:208, both applicants must be at least 18 years old. Those who are 16 or 17 must have a court order and both parents must appear in person to give consent. No one under 16 may marry in Louisiana.

The clerk's information page at beauregardclerk.org may have additional details specific to Beauregard Parish. Check it before your visit.

This clerk info page gives more specifics on what to bring and what to expect during the application process.

Fees and Waiting Period in Beauregard Parish

The fee for a Beauregard Parish marriage license is approximately $27.50 to $35.00. Call the clerk at 318-463-8595 before going to confirm the exact current amount. Payment is typically accepted in cash, check, or money order. Some offices also accept credit or debit cards. Ask when you call to be sure you bring the right form of payment.

Louisiana law requires a 24-hour waiting period after you submit your application before the license is usable. RS 9:242 covers this rule. Plan ahead. If your wedding is on a Saturday, you need to apply no later than Friday morning or earlier in the week. A judge can waive the waiting period in rare cases, but it is not a routine accommodation. Once the license is issued, it is good for 30 days under RS 9:206.

Under RS 9:222, your Beauregard Parish marriage license is valid for ceremonies held anywhere in Louisiana. You are not limited to marrying in Beauregard Parish just because you got the license there.

Note: Fees and requirements can change. Always verify with the clerk's office before making the trip to DeRidder.

Nearby Parishes

Beauregard Parish is in southwest Louisiana. The parishes below share a border with Beauregard and each has its own clerk office for marriage license applications.