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Lafayette Parish Correctional Center Guide

Overview of the Facility

The Lafayette Parish Correctional Center (LPCC) is a detention facility located in Lafayette, Louisiana. It serves as the primary jail for Lafayette Parish and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

Address: 316 W Convent St, Lafayette, LA 70501
Phone: (337) 232-9211
Website: https://www.lafayettesheriff.com/site.php?pageID=231

How to Locate an Inmate

To find an inmate at LPCC, you can use the online inmate search tool available on the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office website. Alternatively, you can call the facility directly for information.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation at LPCC is conducted through video visitation. Friends and family can schedule visits online or at kiosks located in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office. Visitation hours vary depending on the inmate's housing unit and can be found on the facility's website.

How to Send Money

Money can be sent to inmates through several methods:

  • Online: Through TouchPay Direct
  • Kiosk: Located in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office
  • Mail: Money orders can be sent to the facility address

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates can make collect calls or use pre-paid phone accounts. Video visitation is available through the facility's contracted provider.

Inmate Services and Programs

LPCC offers various programs to inmates, including:

  • Educational programs
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Religious services
  • Work release programs

Security and Management Information

The Lafayette Parish Correctional Center is operated by the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office. It employs trained correctional officers and follows standard security protocols for a medium-security facility.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at LPCC have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. All other visitation is conducted through video visitation systems to ensure security and efficiency.

Booking and Release Process

Upon arrival, inmates go through a booking process that includes fingerprinting, photographing, and a medical screening. Release procedures vary depending on the circumstances of each inmate's case.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to visitation?

As visitation is conducted through video systems, no items are allowed to be brought to visitation. Personal belongings should be left in your vehicle or at home.

How often can inmates receive visits?

The frequency of visits depends on the inmate's classification and housing unit. Generally, inmates are allowed multiple video visits per week.

Can I send packages to inmates?

No, personal packages are not accepted at LPCC. Approved items must be purchased through authorized vendors.

What medical services are available to inmates?

LPCC provides basic medical care, including routine check-ups, medication management, and emergency services. Specialized care may be provided off-site if necessary.

How can I find out an inmate's release date?

You can contact the facility directly or use the online inmate search tool on the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office website for information about an inmate's release date.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Lafayette Parish Correctional Center. If you are have completed a Lafayette Parish Correctional Center inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Lafayette Parish Correctional Center can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Lafayette Parish Correctional Center. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

916 Lafayette Street, Lafayette, LA, 70501

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 337-231-6356, 337-236-5467 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Lafayette Parish Correctional Center, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.

Lafayette Parish Correctional Center Inmate Searcher

Fill out the form below and receive a detailed report on an inmate. This includes current and previous arrest records, social media handles, current and previous addresses & phone numbers.

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Lafayette Parish Correctional Center driving directions

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General Stats for Louisiana

Louisiana Total Number of Inmates

58,634

Louisiana Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

27,898

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

564

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

21,566

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

5,997

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

95.3

24,849

Female

4.7

1,225

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

61.47

426

Detained

38.1

264

Diverted

0

0

Prisons and Jails in Louisiana