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In order to service all counties, the state of Louisiana has nine state prisons dispersed throughout the state. Additionally, Louisiana has 39 institutions and programs for transitional work release that assist prisoners in preparing for life after prison.
To help those prisoners on parole or probation, the DPS&C also maintains a sizable network of community correctional offices. 34,000 people are detained in Louisiana's state prisons.
There are also 65 local parish jails in the state. These prisons house those serving relatively brief terms as well as temporary convicts awaiting trial. The total population of Louisiana's parish local jails is about 12,000 individuals.
Louisiana Inmate Search: General Information
Parish jails, correctional facilities, and other jails and prisons are included in Louisiana inmate records along with the criminal who is currently in custody.
They might contain details about the inmate's current institution, the parish where the case was tried, and punishment information including the inmate's offense type and classification.
The name, registration number, date of birth, sex, and mug photographs of Louisiana inmates may also be included in the records. According to the state's public record rules, the majority of these documents are accessible to the public.
It is possible to find someone in a jail in Louisiana because inmate records are made available by both traditional official institutions and independent websites and organizations.
Due to the lack of geographic restrictions for these services, third-party websites might provide a simpler search. However, as third-party websites are not supported by the government, the data gained through them may differ from that obtained through official means.
For those who wish to perform a Louisiana inmate search, here is what you need to know.
Inmate search in Louisiana: the offline method
Visit https://doc.louisiana.gov to see the website of the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections (DOC).
Find and select the "Offender Locator" tab from the navigation bar.
1. Print the "Offender Locator" form by downloading it.
2. Give as many details as you can about the prisoner you're looking for on the form: their full name, birth date, and any other details you may know.
3. Send the filled-out form to the following address by mail:
4. Offender Locator,
Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections,
P.O. Box 94304, Baton Rouge,
LA 70804-9304
You will receive information from the department, including the inmate's present location and other pertinent details.
Another tool you can use for an offline Louisiana inmate search is to contact the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections directly by phone or mail. Here are the details:
1. Call the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections at (225) 383-4580
2. Provide as much information as possible about the inmate you are searching for, including their full name and date of birth
3. The department will provide you with the inmate's current location and other relevant information over the phone
Alternatively, you can send a letter to the department requesting information about the inmate you are searching for. Include the inmate's full name and any other identifying information you have, as well as your contact information so the department can get back to you. The address to send the letter to is:
Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections,
P.O. Box 94304 Baton Rouge,
LA 70804-9304
Please note that both these methods may take longer to receive information compared to online methods.
Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections Online Inmate Search
you can perform an online Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections inmate search by following these steps:
1. Go to the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections (DOC) website at https://doc.louisiana.gov/.
2. Click on the "Offender Locator" tab on the menu bar.
3. Enter the inmate's first and last name, or their DOC number if known, into the search fields. You can also enter other information such as their gender, race, and age range to narrow down the search results.
4. Click the "Search" button.
5. The website will display a list of matching inmates based on the search criteria you entered. Click on the inmate's name to view their details, including their current location, offense history, and release date.
Please note that the information provided on the website may not be up-to-date or complete, and some inmates may not appear in the search results if they have recently been booked or transferred. If you have any questions or concerns about the search results, you can contact the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections directly for assistance.
VINELink Louisiana inmate search
Utilizing the VINELink website, a daily updated nationwide database of inmates is an additional way to conduct a Louisiana inmate search online. Here are the methods for using VINELink to search for a Louisiana inmate online:
1. Go to https://www.vinelink.com/ to access the VINELink website.
2. Click on "Louisiana" on the map or select it from the dropdown menu.
3. Agree to the terms of use by checking the box and clicking "Agree."
4. Enter the inmate's first and last name, or their Louisiana DOC number if known, into the search fields. You can also enter other information such as their gender, race, and age range to narrow down the search results.
5. Click the "Search" button.
6. The website will display a list of matching inmates based on the search criteria you entered. Click on the inmate's name to view their details, including their current location, offense history, and release date.
Please note that the information provided about Louisiana inmates on VINELink may not be up-to-date or complete. Also, some inmates may not appear in the search results (*if they have recently been booked or transferred to another facility).
If you have any queries or concerns about the search results, you can contact the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections directly for assistance.
