Jefferson Davis Parish Inmate Population Search

Jefferson Davis Parish inmate population records are maintained by the sheriff's office in Jennings. The parish runs a correctional facility that processes all local arrests and holds people awaiting trial or serving short sentences. You can search the current inmate roster through the LA VINE system, which is updated regularly with data from the jail's booking records. The sheriff's office also handles phone inquiries for people who want to check on someone in custody. Finding Jefferson Davis Parish inmate information is free and can be done online or by phone at any time.

Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff and Inmate Records

Sheriff Ivy Woods runs the Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's Office at 320 East Tank Farm Road in Jennings, LA 70546. The main phone is (337) 824-3850. The Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's Office website provides links to inmate services, public records, and jail information.

The sheriff's office tracks every person booked into the correctional facility. Each record shows the name, charges, bond amount, and booking date. The inmate roster is searchable by last and first name through the online system. You can view the inmate list on the website, which includes each person's basic information. Under Louisiana law, this data is public. R.S. 44:1 makes government records open for inspection unless a specific law says otherwise.

For detailed records beyond what the online roster provides, contact the sheriff's office at (337) 824-3850 during business hours. They handle public records requests and can provide copies of booking records for a small fee as allowed under R.S. 44:32.

Jefferson Davis Parish Correctional Facility

The Jefferson Davis Parish Correctional Facility is at 320 East Tank Farm Road in Jennings. It sits at the same address as the sheriff's office. Call (337) 824-3850 for direct inquiries. This is the main holding site for people arrested throughout the parish.

The facility houses pre-trial detainees, people serving short sentences, and some state inmates held under contract with the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections. The inmate population shifts from day to day. New bookings come in as arrests happen. People bond out, get released, or transfer to state prisons. Some stay for a few hours. Others remain for months while their cases work through the court system.

Visitation at Jefferson Davis Parish Jail is arranged through the corrections division of the sheriff's office. Contact the facility directly to learn the current schedule and rules for visits. The jail also handles commissary and inmate account services.

Note: Contact the corrections division at (337) 824-3850 for the latest visitation schedule and approved methods for sending money to inmates.

Search Jefferson Davis Parish Inmates Online

The Jefferson Davis Parish LA VINE roster is the primary online tool for checking the inmate population. The system updates regularly with data from the jail. You search by last name, first name, or both. Results show current inmates only. Once someone is released, they drop off the active list.

The roster includes the person's name, booking number, charges, and bond information. This is the same system used across more than 50 Louisiana parishes. It runs through the Louisiana Automated Victim Notification System. If you want to get alerts when an inmate's status changes, you can register through VINELink for free notifications by phone, text, or email. The service operates around the clock.

Here is the LA VINE roster page for Jefferson Davis Parish inmate population searches, available at jeffersondavis.lavns.org.

The roster shows all current inmates held at the Jefferson Davis Parish Correctional Facility with their booking data.

Jefferson Davis Parish Inmate Lookup Tools

The Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's website offers additional tools for looking up inmate information. The site has contact numbers for the correctional facility, links to the LA VINE roster, and details on jail services. It also posts information about how to reach the corrections division for visitation and inmate account questions.

If the LA VINE system is down or you need information not shown on the online roster, call (337) 824-3850. Staff can look up any person currently in custody and tell you their charges, bond amount, and next court date. For records from state facilities, contact the Louisiana DPS&C at (225) 383-4580 or check the offender information page on their website.

Below is the Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's Office website, which you can visit at jdpso.org.

The site provides links to the inmate roster, jail services, and contact details for the sheriff's office.

Jefferson Davis Parish Booking Records

Every arrest in Jefferson Davis Parish creates a booking record. The process captures the person's name, date of birth, charges, arresting agency, and bond amount. These records feed into the LA VINE system and the sheriff's own database.

You can request copies by calling (337) 824-3850 or visiting the sheriff's office in person. Louisiana's Public Records Act under R.S. 44:1 gives you the right to ask for records. The office may charge for copies but must respond to written requests. If a person has been moved to a state facility, the DPS&C public information office handles those records.

Inmate Population Records and Louisiana Law

Louisiana law makes clear what inmate data is public and what stays private. The current roster is open. Charges and bond amounts are open. Booking photos, when available, are open. Medical records, mental health files, and investigation materials are protected. R.S. 15:574.12 spells out what stays confidential, covering pre-sentence reports, parole files, and clemency records.

The Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's Office must respond to public records requests. They cannot block access to records the law says are open. Copy fees are set by R.S. 44:32. If you run into problems getting records, you can file a complaint or go to court to force release.

Note: Juvenile inmate records are sealed under Louisiana law and do not appear on the public roster.

Cities in Jefferson Davis Parish

Jefferson Davis Parish includes the city of Jennings, which is the parish seat. No cities in this parish meet the population threshold for a dedicated page. All arrests within Jefferson Davis Parish are processed through the correctional facility in Jennings.

Nearby Parishes

These parishes border Jefferson Davis Parish. If you are not sure which parish handles a case, check where the arrest took place.