Office Personnel
Seated: Patsy Jones, Octavia Irving, Mercedes Major
Standing: Lisa Boudreaux, Jenette Thomas, Jerilyn Fontenot, Irma Keys
Leadership
Judge Shaunn Caillier-Harden
Judge
Jeannine Elliott
Judicial Administrator/Clerk of Court
Public access inside the court is limited
You may pay fines by phone, mail, physical drop-box or this website.
In an effort to streamline the process of collection of traffic fines, criminal fines and court costs Opelousas City Court has engaged the services of American Municipal Services (AMS). AMS is a company which has been in business for over 30 years and assist municipalities all across the State of Louisiana with debt collection services. AMS will coordinate with individuals who have an unpaid obligation with the Court and will assist with setting up a payment plan. In the event that you are contacted by representative of AMS please coordinate with them regarding payment of any balance due to the Court.
“Opeousas City Court is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone. This includes ensuring that people with disabilities have full and equal opportunities to access and benefit from the government services offered by our court. We strive to meet the requirements of WCAG 2.1, Level AA, in accordance with state and federal accessibility laws. Please let us know if you have any accessibility issues. Our designated web accessibility coordinator is Jerilyn Fontenot, who may be reached at jfontenot@opelousascitycourt.com or 337-948-2570 ext. 1106. We try to respond to accessibility issues within five (5) business days. Thank you!”