FAQs • Shreveport, LA • CivicEngage

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City Court

1. How do I have a criminal charge expunged from my criminal history?: You have to file a motion and order for expungement with the court. The cost is $350.00 for criminal convictions and $400.00 for DWI convictions. The process takes 6 to 8 months. An expungement is for criminal history only, not your drivers license. If you need assistance in filling out your application for expungment, call (318) 673-5830
Click here for our Expungement Information Page

2. How much does it cost to file a motion?: All criminal filings are at no cost.

3. How do I subpoena someone to court?: Fill out the Witness Subpoena Request and fax to 318-673-5856 or bring your form to Shreveport City Court.
Click here to download the Subpoena Request

4. How many people may I subpoena?: You may subpoena as many people you feel are witnesses for your case.

5. Does it cost anything to have someone subpoenaed to court?: The first 6 are at no cost. The marshal's office sets the cost for additional witnesses.

6. What if I am unable to hire an attorney?: The court will provide an attorney for you through the Indigent Defender's Office should you not be able to afford an attorney.
The Indigent Defender's Office charges a $40 application fee.

7. Where can I take the driving class to keep a moving violation off my driving record?: The Office of Motor Vehicles maintains an approved list of driving schools. Click here to go the OMV Listing

8. Is there a list of recommended local driving schools?: Yes.
Click here for a list of Local Driving Schools

9. How can I find my court date?: You can use the utility for Court Date Lookup under the Criminal and Traffic Tools Menu on this website or call the Criminal Division at (318)673-5830.
Click here for the Court Date Lookup Utility

10. What is the fine amount for my ticket?: If you are coming to court, the judge will set your fine. If your ticket is not court mandatory and you wish to pay it prior to your court date, you will be assessed the standard fine and cost based on the violation.
You can use the search tools under the Criminal/Traffic Division page to look up your ticket by name or citation number. When you select your name or the Citation, all of your citations will be displayed showing the standard fine and cost.
Click here to go to the Criminal/Traffic Division

11. I missed my court date and now have a warrant: You need to turn yourself into the Shreveport City Jail.
You can obtain a new court date by posting a cash bond or a surety bond with the aid of a bondsman.

12. I failed to pay my citation and now my driver's license is suspended.: You need to pay your citation and take your receipt to the Office of Motor Vehicles to get your license reinstated.