Cameron Parish Birth Records Lookup

Cameron Parish birth records can be requested directly through the Cameron Parish Clerk of Court, led by Hon. Susan Racca, whose office in Cameron provides same-day access to certified birth certificates for eligible residents and family members. The office also offers passport services and issues death certificates, making it a one-stop location for vital records needs in this southwest Louisiana coastal parish.

Cameron Parish Clerk of Court

The Cameron Parish Clerk of Court issues certified copies of Cameron Parish birth certificates directly from its office in Cameron. Hon. Susan Racca leads the office, which handles birth records along with other civil matters for the parish. The office is a local link to the Louisiana vital records system, so you can get a certified birth certificate without having to mail your request to New Orleans or wait weeks for a response.

In addition to birth certificates, the Cameron Parish Clerk's Office handles passport applications, which is useful for residents in this remote parish. The Cameron Parish birth certificates page has current details on what the office provides and what you need to bring.

Cameron Parish is one of Louisiana's more remote parishes, located along the Gulf Coast in the southwestern corner of the state. The local clerk's office is the most practical option for residents who need a certified birth certificate quickly, since a trip to the state office in New Orleans would require a much longer drive.

The Louisiana Department of Health directory, shown above, confirms the Cameron Parish Clerk of Court as an authorized issuing office for birth records in southwest Louisiana.

Getting Birth Records in Cameron Parish

To request a Cameron Parish birth certificate, visit the clerk's office at 119 Smith Circle, Room 21, in Cameron during business hours. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Walk-in service is available. Bring your identification and be ready to state your relationship to the person named on the record.

Same-day service is generally the norm. For births before 1983, expect the process to take a bit longer. Older records sometimes need to be updated in the Louisiana state registrar's system before a certified copy can be printed. That update can add 30 minutes to an hour to your wait. It's worth calling ahead at (337) 775-5316 if you're dealing with a pre-1983 record, just to get a sense of the current processing time.

For those who cannot visit in person, the Louisiana Office of Vital Records handles mail and online orders. The state office is at 1450 Poydras St., Suite 400, New Orleans, and can be reached at (504) 593-5100. Online orders are processed through VitalChek at vitalchek.com or by phone at 1-877-605-8562. Mail orders through the state office take 8 to 10 weeks on average. The local Cameron Parish office is significantly faster for anyone who can make the trip.

Newborns need to wait 90 days before a certified copy can be issued from any Louisiana office. The birth must be fully registered in the state system first. If you just had a baby, plan to wait the full 90 days before visiting the clerk's office.

The Louisiana Department of Health vital records page provides state-level guidance that applies to all parishes, including Cameron.

Who Can Request Cameron Parish Birth Records

Louisiana law under LSA R.S. 40:36 keeps birth records confidential for 100 years. Access is limited to a set list of eligible requestors. This applies at the Cameron Parish Clerk's Office just as it does everywhere else in the state.

Eligible requestors include the person named on the birth certificate, their current spouse, parents listed on the record, an adult child, siblings, grandparents, grandchildren, an attorney representing any of the above, or a legal guardian who can provide a court judgment of custody. Notarized papers alone do not establish legal guardianship under Louisiana law. You need a court order. If you're not sure whether you qualify, call the office at (337) 775-5316 or email info@cameroncoc.com before making the trip.

Valid identification is required. The state accepts one primary ID document or two secondary documents. Primary documents include a current driver's license, state ID card, or passport. Secondary documents include items like utility bills, bank statements, or other official papers with your name and address on them.

Providing false information on a birth records request is a criminal matter. Under LSA R.S. 40:61, false statements can result in a fine of up to $10,000 or imprisonment for up to five years. The clerk's office takes this seriously and verifies eligibility before releasing any records.

Birth Certificate Fees in Cameron Parish

Cameron Parish birth certificate fees follow the Louisiana state schedule. A certified birth certificate costs $34.00. If you also want a birth card, the combined package is $48.00. Under LSA R.S. 40:39.1, a birth card cannot be purchased separately. It only comes with a birth certificate as a package. Death certificates are $26.00 each.

These fees are uniform across all Louisiana parish clerk offices. The Cameron Parish Clerk does not set its own pricing. If fees change at the state level, they change at every parish office at the same time.

Call the office at (337) 775-5316 before your visit to confirm current accepted payment methods. Some offices accept only cash; others take credit cards. Knowing in advance prevents an unnecessary trip back to find an ATM or bank.

Additional Vital Records Services

Beyond birth certificates, the Cameron Parish Clerk's Office handles death certificates and passport applications. For death certificates, standard Louisiana rules apply: the record is usually available to the clerk's office about 30 days after the date of death. If you need one sooner, you may need to contact the Louisiana Office of Vital Records in New Orleans directly.

Passport services at the Cameron Parish Clerk's Office are a practical benefit for residents in this rural coastal area. Having passport services locally means you don't have to drive to a larger city just to apply. Call the office to confirm what passport-related documents they handle and whether you need an appointment for that specific service.

For all vital records questions in Cameron Parish, the clerk's office at (337) 775-5316 is your best first contact. The staff can answer questions about eligibility, timing, payment, and what to bring. The office website at cameronparishclerkofcourt.com also has useful reference information before you visit.

Nearby Parishes

Cameron Parish borders Calcasieu Parish to the north and Vermilion Parish to the east. Both offer local clerk of court offices for birth certificate requests.