How often is Parish Constable elected?

The position of Parish Constable is typically elected every 6 years.

What does it mean for an election to be partisan?

Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.

What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Louisiana?

$75 qualifying fee, plus an additional $37.50 State Central Committee fee for major party candidates, plus an additional $37.50 Parish Executive Committee fee for major party candidates if assessed by Parish Committee In lieu of filing fees, candidates can submit a petition with 100 signatures.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the Parish Court Clerk's office.

Where is the filing office?

118 South Court Street, Ste 207 Opelousas, LA 70570

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 337-942-5606.

How do I get started running for Parish Constable?

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Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?

The next election for Parish Constable does not include a primary or runoff election.

Parish Constable in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana

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About Parish Constable

About this position

The County Constable is the executive enforcement branch of the county justice courts. County Constables are peace officers responsible for law enforcement and also serve legal documents like restraining orders and warrants.

Office level: County
Election frequency: Every 6 years
Affiliation: Partisan
Positions: 1 open seat

Election type

Partisan election (party labels appear on ballots)
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How to run for Parish Constable

Step 1
Meet eligibility requirements
The candidate shall be of good moral character, able to read and write the English language, possess a high school diploma or its equivalent as determined by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, and shall be an elector and resident of the ward or district from which the candidate is elected. The candidate shall not have attained the age of 70 by the date of qualification to run for office
Step 2
File for office
Filing requirements
$75 qualifying fee, plus an additional $37.50 State Central Committee fee for major party candidates, plus an additional $37.50 Parish Executive Committee fee for major party candidates if assessed by Parish Committee In lieu of filing fees, candidates can submit a petition with 100 signatures.
Filing period
July 15, 2026 - July 17, 2026
Paperwork instructions
Submit paperwork to the Parish Court Clerk's office.
Where to file
118 South Court Street, Ste 207 Opelousas, LA 70570
Filing phone
337-942-5606
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Parish Constable in St. Landry Parish, LA

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About Parish Constable

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