How-To Guide

How to Release Acreage from a State Mineral Lease

The basic procedures for releasing acreage from a state mineral lease are set forth below.  For more information, please refer to the comprehensive requirements.

Should you have any questions, please contact Veronica Bateman at (225)342-3359 or via email at  Veronica.Bateman@LA.GOV.

Basic Procedure

1. Prepare a release packet containing the following:  Full release - submit a certified copy of the release instrument containing the number(s) of the lease(s) being released.  The instrument must be signed by all working interest owners, witnessed, notarized and recorded.

2. Partial release - submit a release document as described in (1) above.  Additionally, the packet must contain accompanying exhibits and additional information as outlined in the comprehensive requirements.

3. Submit the release packet via courier service to:  Office of Mineral Resources, Attention: Docket and Lease Ownership Section, 617 N. Third Street, 8th Floor, Baton Rouge, LA  70802 or via U.S. mail to Office of Mineral Resources, Attention: Docket and Lease Ownership Section, Post Office Box 2827, Baton Rouge, LA  70821-2827.