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Court Seal                      Robert Shemwell,  Clerk of Court              Marilyn Pruitt Smith, Judicial Administrator
1244 Texas Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 673-5800

The Shreveport City Court consists of four elected judges and their support staff. The Court comprises several divisions which provide the necessary support to the judges, the legal community and the citizens of Shreveport in Ward 4. Shreveport City Court has jurisdiction over all violations of City ordinances and concurrent jurisdiction over State misdemeanor cases. The Court also has jurisdiction over civil matters, evictions, and matters involving peace bonds.

Civil Division


The Court has civil jurisdiction over cases involving $25,000 or less, small claims up to $5,000 and evictions. Initial filing fees are charged to file civil suits, small claims, evictions and other pleadings. Detailed information concerning costs may be obtained by clicking on the "Civil Filing Fees" button under the "Civil Tools" Menu at the top of this page or by contacting the Civil Division of the Court:
Civil Division Office
Phone: (318) 673-5800 / Fax: (318) 673-5813
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  (Office will close at 4:30 p.m. beginning June 1st 2013)

Criminal/Traffic Division


Citations covering traffic violations as well as violations on Cross Lake are processed through the City Court, Criminal/Traffic Violations Division. The Criminal/Traffic Violations Division is responsible for maintaining all criminal and traffic charges and records, collecting payment for traffic violations, handling inquiries concerning court dates, fines, and reporting traffic convictions to the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles. Criminal records are kept on file indefinitely; this includes DWI’s, hit and run, negligent injury and loud music. Traffic records are kept for three years.  Online payments can be made at www.shreveportlatix.com or 1-800-701-8560.  More information can be obtained using the tools under the "Traffic and Criminal Tools" menu at the top of this page or by contacting
Criminal/Traffic Division Office
Phone: (318) 673-5830 / Fax: (318) 673-5856
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Probation


The Probation Office is responsible for supervising persons with misdemeanor criminal offenses and DWI offenders who are placed on probation as a part of their sentencing by the Court. The Probation Officers also serve as liaisons and coordinate probation activities with public agencies and explore the community for available resources for treatment and rehabilitative services for offenders. More information can be obtained by contacting:
Probation Office
Phone: (318) 673-5849 / Fax: (318) 673-5848
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

 Defendants are scheduled to visit with their P.O. during the times listed below:

 T. Smith       Mon. – Fri. 8:00 AM – 10:00AM
                    Tue. 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

S. Bennett     Mon. – Fri. 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
                    Wed. 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Y. Shelby      Mon. – Fri. 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
                    Thur. 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

M. Dykes      Mon. – Fri. 8:00 AM- 10:00 AM
                    Mon. 3:00 PM- 4:00 PM

Shreveport City Court Judges


Division A - Judge R. Lee Irvin
Division B - Judge Charles Kelly
Division C - Judge Pammela Lattier
Division D - Judge Sheva M. Sims

Holidays Observed


The following dates have been designated Legal Holidays and all court offices will be closed thereon.
  • Friday, December 24, 2010 - Christmas Holiday
  • Tuesday, January 1, 2013 - New Year's Holiday
  • Monday, January 21, 2013- Martin Luther King’s Day
  • Tuesday, February 12, 2013- Mardi Gras
  • Monday, February 18, 2013- President's Day
  • Friday, March 29, 2013 - Good Friday
  • Monday, May 27, 2013 - Memorial Day
  • Thursday, July 4, 2013 - Independence Day
  • Monday, September 2, 2013 - Labor Day
  • Friday, November 1, 2013 - All Saints Day
  • Monday, November 11, 2013 - Veterans Day
  • Thursday, November 28, 2013 - Thanksgiving Day
  • Friday, November 29, 2013 - Thanksgiving Holiday
  • Tuesday, December 24, 2013 - Christmas Eve
  • Wednesday, December 25, 2013- Christmas Holiday
  • Tuesday, December 31, 2013 - New Years Eve