2026 Fee Schedule
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Jefferson Parish Court Filing FeesComplete Fee Schedule for Metairie & Jefferson Parish Courts
Calculate exact court costs for filing in Jefferson Parish First Parish Court. Understand all fees including filing, service, and additional costs before you begin your case.
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2026 Jefferson Parish Court Fee Schedule
Small Claims (Justice of the Peace)
| Claim Amount | Filing Fee | Sheriff Service | Total Court Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1 - $1,000 | $126 | $30 | $156 |
| $1,001 - $3,000 | $176 | $30 | $206 |
| $3,001 - $5,000 | $226 | $30 | $256 |
General Civil (Parish Court)
| Claim Amount | Filing Fee | Sheriff Service | Total Court Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5,001 - $20,000 | $376 | $30 | $406 |
| Eviction Proceedings | $191 | $30 | $221 |
| Injunctive Relief | $376 | $30 | $406 |
Additional Court Fees
Service & Process Fees
- Sheriff Service (per defendant)$30
- Certified Mail Service$10
- Service by Publication$150+
- Out-of-Parish ServiceVaries
Post-Filing Fees
- Subpoena (per witness)$25
- Certified Copy$5
- Appeal BondVaries
- Garnishment Application$50
Motion & Hearing Fees
- Motion Filing$25
- Default Judgment$0
- Motion to Continue$25
- Motion to Dismiss$25
Collection Fees
- Writ of Execution$30
- Garnishment Filing$50
- Property Seizure$75+
- Judgment Lien$25
Accepted Payment Methods
In-Person Payment
- Cash (exact change recommended)
- Money Order (payable to Clerk of Court)
- Cashier's Check
- Attorney Trust Account Check
Not Accepted
- Personal Checks
- Credit/Debit Cards
- Electronic Payments
- Partial Payments
Fee Waivers: If you cannot afford filing fees, you may request a pauper affidavit (forma pauperis) to waive court costs. You'll need to provide proof of income and financial hardship.
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