How to Search Jefferson Parish Traffic Court Records
Traffic records sit with the Clerk of Court, the same as other parish court files. The online portal, JeffNet, covers parish court criminal and traffic case activity from 1990 to the present, though folder image availability varies by case status. JeffNet is a closed system, so remote access needs a $5.00 account that lasts 24 hours or a monthly subscription.
You can also call the traffic desk of the court that issued the ticket, or inspect the file in person. Know the citation number or the driver's name before you start.
- Figure out which court holds the ticket, usually First or Second Parish Court.
- Open JeffNet and choose the parish court category.
- Search by citation number or by the driver's name.
- Review the charge, court date, and disposition.
- Call the court's traffic line for payment or hearing instructions.
Which Courts Handle Traffic Cases in Jefferson Parish
Traffic is split between the two parish courts, with serious matters going to the district criminal court. The Clerk lists separate traffic phone lines for each parish court. First Parish Court covers part of the parish from Metairie, and Second Parish Court covers the rest from Gretna.
| Court | Address | Traffic phone |
|---|---|---|
| First Parish Court | 924 David Drive, Metairie | 504-731-4682 |
| Second Parish Court | 100 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna | 504-364-2930 |
Serious impaired-driving charges route to the 24th JDC criminal divisions instead, as the court dockets page notes.
Types of Traffic Cases on Record
Traffic records run from minor tickets to criminal matters. The lighter cases stay in parish court. The serious ones cross into criminal court. Knowing the type tells you where to search.
- Moving violations such as speeding or running a light.
- Equipment tickets, like the tail-lamp charge seen in roster results.
- Non-moving and parking matters.
- Municipal or traffic attachments for a missed court date.
- Impaired driving, which routes to criminal court.
What Jefferson Parish Traffic Court Records Show
A traffic court file holds the citation and the case that follows. The fields look much like other court records, with a charge, a court date, and a result. The table lists what a traffic record shows.
| Field | What It Shows |
|---|---|
| Citation / Case Number | The identifier for the ticket or case. |
| Charge | The violation cited, such as speeding. |
| Court Date | When the matter is set to be heard. |
| Disposition | The outcome, such as paid, dismissed, or guilty. |
| Fines and Costs | The amount owed on the case. |
| Attachment | Any arrest order tied to a missed date. |
Searching by Citation Number Versus by Name
You can search a traffic record two ways. A citation number points straight to one ticket and is the fastest path. A name search pulls all matching cases, which helps when you do not have the ticket in hand. The full search screens appear only after you log in to JeffNet, so the exact field rules are not posted publicly.
| Field | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Record category | Menu | Choose the parish court traffic category. |
| Citation / case number | Text | Fastest when you have the ticket. |
| Driver name | Text | Pulls all matching cases. |
| Date range | Date | Coverage runs from 1990 for parish courts. |
Paying or Contesting a Jefferson Parish Traffic Ticket
Handle a ticket through the issuing court, not a third-party site. Paying often counts as a guilty plea, so do not pay if you plan to contest. The steps below outline both paths.
- Identify the court on the ticket, whether parish, municipal, or district.
- Search or inspect the case through JeffNet or the traffic desk.
- To pay, follow the court's instructions; 24th JDC fines can use GovPayNet online.
- To contest, request a hearing through the issuing court before paying.
- Do not miss the court date, since an attachment for arrest can issue.
Note: Paying a ticket usually counts as pleading guilty, so request a hearing first if you intend to contest the charge.
Public Access Laws for Traffic Court Records
Traffic court records are public under Louisiana's Public Records Law, the same framework that covers other court files. You can inspect open parish court records for free during weekday hours and pay only for copies. Juvenile traffic matters are an exception, since juvenile records are closed. The Jefferson Parish public records page explains the access rules in full.
Court Traffic Records Versus State Driver Records
These are two different files. The court traffic record is the case in parish or district court. The state driver record is a history kept by the Louisiana motor vehicle office, sold as an official driving record through ExpressLane. The court file shows the case. The driver record shows license status and convictions over time.
| Point | Court Traffic Record | State Driver Record |
|---|---|---|
| Source | Parish or district court | Louisiana motor vehicle office |
| Shows | Charge, court date, disposition, fines | License status, convictions, suspensions |
| Where to access | JeffNet or the court traffic desk | ExpressLane official driving record |
| Cost | Copy and access fees | Paid official record, viewable 30 days |
The official Louisiana official driving record portal is shown below.
CDL and Commercial Driver Records
Commercial drivers face stricter rules. A conviction that a regular driver might shrug off can put a commercial license at risk. The court traffic record and the state driver record both matter for a CDL holder, since employers and the state review driving history closely. Check both files if a commercial license is involved. Some violations also carry mandatory reporting for commercial drivers, and a deferral that helps a regular driver may not be available for a CDL. When a job depends on the license, confirm the rules with the court before you resolve a ticket.
DUI and DWI Cases
Impaired driving is treated as a criminal matter, not a routine ticket. A DWI charge routes to the criminal court process rather than a simple parish traffic case. The 24th JDC also runs a DWI Treatment Court for qualifying defendants. For how these charges appear and how bonds work, see the Jefferson Parish arrest records page.
Deferred Adjudication and Defensive Driving
Some drivers can keep a ticket off their record by completing a court-approved option. Courts may allow a driving course or a hold on judgment for eligible cases. Rules vary by court and charge, so ask the issuing court what it offers. These options can protect a license and insurance rate, but they are not automatic. Ask early, since some options must be set up before the court date passes.
Sealing or Expunging Traffic Records
Louisiana expungement can limit public access to some records, but it is not automatic and applies only in set cases. A minor traffic ticket is handled differently from a criminal matter. For impaired-driving and other criminal traffic charges, the expungement framework in the Code of Criminal Procedure may apply. The arrest records page covers sealing and expungement.
Fees for Traffic Record Copies
Inspecting open traffic records is free. Copies, certified documents, and online access carry set fees, the same as other court records. The table lists the common charges.
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| JeffNet 24-hour access | $5.00 |
| Document PDF download | $0.75 per page |
| Certified court copy | $0.75 per page plus $5.00 certification |
| Public records copy | $1.00 per page |
The Clerk of Court page lists the full fee schedule.