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
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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