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Lake Charles City Court

Filing information for Lake Charles City Court in Lake Charles, LA. Part of the Calcasieu Parish small claims court system.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$5,000

Courthouse Details

Lake Charles City Court

118 West Mill Street

Lake Charles, LA 70601

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 1664

Lake Charles, LA 70602

Phone: (337) 491-1564 (Civil Office)Fax: (337) 491-1303 (Civil Department)

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Area Served

Ward 3, Calcasieu Parish

How to File at Lake Charles City Court

File in person

Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.

File by mail

Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.

File by fax

Fax to (337) 491-1303 (Civil Department).

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For statewide rules, see the full Louisiana small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.