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Morehouse Parish Detention Center Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

The Morehouse Parish Detention Center is a correctional facility located in Bastrop, Louisiana. It serves as the primary jail for Morehouse Parish and is operated by the Morehouse Parish Sheriff's Office.

Contact Information

  • Address: 351 South Franklin Street, Bastrop, LA 71220
  • Phone: (318) 281-4141
  • Website: https://www.mpso.net/

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Morehouse Parish Detention Center, you can call the facility directly at (318) 281-4141 or use the online inmate search tool on the Morehouse Parish Sheriff's Office website.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours and policies may vary. It is recommended to contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation schedules and requirements.

How to Send Money

Inmates can receive money through the following methods:

  • Money orders mailed to the facility
  • Cash deposits at the facility during business hours
  • Online payments through Access Corrections

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are allowed to make collect calls or use prepaid phone accounts. Family and friends can set up accounts through the jail's phone service provider. Contact the facility for information on video visitation options, if available.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Morehouse Parish Detention Center may offer various programs and services to inmates, which could include:

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

Security and Management Information

The facility is managed by the Morehouse Parish Sheriff's Office, which is responsible for maintaining security and ensuring the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and visitation. Attorneys can visit their clients during regular business hours or as arranged with the facility administration.

Booking and Release Process

Upon arrival, inmates go through a booking process that includes fingerprinting, photographing, and a medical screening. The release process typically involves verifying the inmate's identity and ensuring all legal requirements have been met before discharge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Inmates are typically allowed to have basic hygiene items, writing materials, and approved reading materials. Specific allowances may vary, so it's best to check with the facility for a current list of permitted items.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

You can send mail to an inmate by addressing it to their full name, inmate ID number (if known), and the facility's address. All mail is subject to inspection for security purposes.

What happens if an inmate needs medical attention?

The Morehouse Parish Detention Center has medical staff on-site to address inmates' health concerns. For more serious medical issues, inmates may be transferred to a local hospital under guard supervision.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Morehouse Parish Detention Center. If you are have completed a Morehouse Parish Detention 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 Morehouse Parish Detention 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 Morehouse Parish Detention Center. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

6444 Patey Road, Collinston, LA, 71229

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 318-874-7855 .

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 Morehouse Parish Detention 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.

Morehouse Parish Detention Center Inmate Searcher

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Morehouse Parish Detention 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