Lafayette Parish LA Inmate Search

Thank you for visiting. We aim to give you the best help with your Lafayette Parish Inmate Search. This page holds key facts for you. We hope it helps you find what you need now.

If you need to start your Lafayette Parish Inmate Search right now, go here: https://louisianaofficialrecords.com/lafayette-parish-inmate-search/. This link lets you start a search right away. It is a fast way to check who might be in jail in Lafayette Parish. Use it if you need info fast. It can help find names, dates, and more.

Official Lafayette Parish Inmate Search Portal

Accessing the LPSO Community Portal

The main tool for a Lafayette Parish Inmate Search is online. The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office (LPSO) uses the 365Labs Community Portal. You can find it at https://community.365labs.com/689d71d5-1d4e-4726-9cfb-a3c94dfb231e/inmatelist. First time users must register. You need an email and must make a password. If you have an account, just sign in. Make sure the agency selected is "LPSO" if asked.

How to Conduct a Lafayette Parish Inmate Search

Once logged in, choose "Lookup Inmates". To see all inmates, keep search boxes empty. Leave "First Name", "Last Name", and "Booking No" blank. Then click "Search". This full list might take time to load. Be patient.

To find a specific person, enter their First Name, Last Name, or Booking Number. Then click "Search". If the person was booked in the last 72 hours, check the "Recent Bookings" box. If you do not find the inmate, check the spelling. Try again with the info you have.

Information Available via Search

The inmate list provides key details. You can see the person's full name. It shows date of birth. Race, height, weight, and hair color may be listed. The booking number is shown. Often, a mugshot is part of the record. The search results list current charges. It may also show bond type and amount, if set. This data comes from the time of arrest. It may update as the case moves on.

Important Disclaimer

LPSO offers this tool for public safety. The data is not an official public document. Do not copy or use it without consent from the person and LPSO. Its use is subject to the Louisiana Public Records Law (La. R.S. 44:1 et seq.). Info is based on what the arrestee or agency gave at booking. Fingerprint checks may not be done yet. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Lafayette Parish Correctional Center (LPCC) Facility Details

Location and Contact

The Lafayette Parish Correctional Center (LPCC) holds inmates. It is run by the LPSO Corrections Division.

• Physical Address: 916 Lafayette Street, Lafayette, LA 70501

• Main Phone: (337) 236-5400

• Administrative Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Core Mission

LPCC works to provide good care. They use known, effective methods. They aim to start the return to life outside jail early. All inmates who are able must work or join programs. This helps them change and grow. Safety for staff and inmates is key.

Communicating with Inmates at LPCC

Sending Mail

Digital Mail System: As of March 1, 2025, personal mail is digital. Do not send personal letters or photos to the LPCC street address. They will be returned.

• Personal Mail Address: Use the special address provided by the digital mail service. The envelope needs the full facility name and state. It must also list the inmate's full name and unique ID number. Check the LPSO website under "Offender Commissary, Phone, and Mail" for the current digital mail provider and address.
  
  

• Privileged/Legal Mail: Mail from attorneys or courts still goes to the facility. Send this mail directly to: Lafayette Parish Correctional Center Inmate's Full Name, Booking Number 916 Lafayette Street Lafayette, LA 70501
  
  Mark it clearly as "Legal Mail". Do not send non-legal items in these envelopes. All mail may be checked for safety, except legal mail opened with the inmate there.
  
  

Phone Calls

Inmates can make calls using a system run by NCIC/AdvancePay. Family and friends cannot call inmates directly. You must set up an account to receive calls. You can add funds to an inmate's phone account.

• Deposit Funds for Calls:

  • Online: Via your NCIC account.

  • Phone: Call NCIC at (800) 943-2189.

  • Kiosk: Use the kiosk in the LPCC lobby (916 Lafayette Street).

Visitation (Video and Onsite)

The provider for video visits is GettingOut. You must create an account at www.gettingout.com. You will need to verify your identity.

• Scheduling Visits: Inmates schedule their two free weekly onsite visits. You can schedule extra onsite visits or remote video visits via www.gettingout.com or lobby kiosks. Costs apply for extra visits ($0.25/minute).

• Onsite Visitation Details:

  • Location: LPSO Visitation Center at the LPSO Public Safety Complex, 1825 W. Willow St., Scott, LA 70583.

  • Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM; Saturday - Sunday, 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

  • Visitors: Max four adults and two children (under 18 with parent/guardian) per visit.

  • Rules: Follow the dress code strictly. No cell phones or recording devices. Visits may end if rules are broken. All visitors are subject to search. Valid photo ID is required (Driver's License, State ID, Military ID, Passport).

Sending Funds to Lafayette Parish Inmates

Money can be added to an inmate's account. This pays for commissary items or phone calls.

Accepted Methods for Deposits

• Online: Use www.JPay.com (Visa/MasterCard only) or your NCIC account. This is often the fastest way.

• Phone: Call NCIC at (800) 943-2189 to deposit funds.

• Mail (Money Orders Only): Send a U.S. Postal Money Order. Make it payable to LPSO Concessions. Include the inmate's full name and arrest number.

  • Address: LPSO Attention: Commissary P.O. Box 92590 Lafayette, LA 70509

• Kiosk: Use the kiosk in the LPCC 24-hour bonding lobby. It is at 916 Lafayette Street, Lafayette, LA 70501. It takes cash or credit cards.

• Walk-up: Use MoneyGram service. Find locations at stores like Walmart or CVS Pharmacy. You will need the inmate info and potentially a receive code.

Required Information for Deposits

Have the inmate's full name. Know their arrest number (booking number). The cell number might be needed sometimes.

Unaccepted Payment Forms (Mail)

Do not mail personal checks. Do not mail cashier's checks. Do not mail company checks. They will not be accepted for inmate accounts. Only money orders are ok via mail.

Victim Notification Systems

VINElink Integration with LPSO Portal

You can sign up for VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday). This service tells you about changes in an inmate's custody status. Find the inmate on the LPSO Community Portal inmate list. Click the green check mark icon next to their name. This links you to the VINE website (www.vinelink.com) to register.

Louisiana Automated Victim Notification System (LAVNS) - State Level

LAVNS provides updates for victims statewide. This covers inmates in state prisons too. It also tracks probation and parole status. You can register online or by phone.

• LAVNS Phone: (866) 528-6748

Additional Resources for Lafayette Parish Inmate Search & Related Info

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office (LPSO)

The Sheriff runs the parish jail (LPCC). They handle law enforcement in unincorporated areas.

• Main Office Address: 316 West Main Street, Lafayette, LA 70501

• Non-Emergency Phone: (337) 232-9211

• Emergency: Call 911

• Website: https://lafayettesheriff.com/ 

Lafayette Parish Clerk of Court

The Clerk of Court keeps court records. This includes civil and criminal case files. They also issue marriage licenses.

• Location: Lafayette Parish Courthouse, 800 South Buchanan St., Lafayette, LA 70501

• Phone: (337) 291-6400

• Website/Online Records: https://www.lpclerk.com/. Use the eClerks LA portal for index searches. Subscriptions are needed for full document access. Some fees apply for copies or subscriptions.

• Public Records: Access is governed by the Louisiana Public Records Law. Some records like juvenile cases may be private.

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections (DPS&C)

This state agency runs state prisons. They oversee probation and parole. They offer a statewide inmate locator.

• State Inmate Locator Phone: (225) 383-4580. You need the inmate's DOC number or name and birth date.

• Website: https://doc.la.gov/ (Provides access to LAVNS for state inmates). This search does not include parish jail inmates unless they are held for the state.