Justice of the Peace District 8
Filing information for Justice of the Peace District 8 in Opelousas, LA. Part of the St. Landry Parish small claims court system.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$5,000
Courthouse Details
Justice of the Peace District 8
Opelousas, LA
Mailing Address
PO Box 88
Port Barre, LA 70577
Hours: Varying by Justice of the Peace, likely by appointment
Area Served
District 8 (Port Barre area)
How to File at Justice of the Peace District 8
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.
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