Under La. R.S. 9:204, any person (other than a judge or justice of the peace) who intends to perform marriage ceremonies principally in Jefferson Parish must file an affidavit with the Clerk of Court stating their lawful name, denomination, and address.
How to File
The affidavit may be submitted in person at either the East Bank or West Bank office, or mailed to:
Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court
ATTN: Marriage Department
P.O. Box 10
Gretna, LA 70054-0010
Fee
The filing fee is $5.00, payable by check or money order to Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court. (La. R.S. 13:841(A)(2)(a))