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West Baton Rouge Parish Detention Center Guide

Overview of the Facility

The West Baton Rouge Parish Detention Center is a correctional facility located in Port Allen, Louisiana. It serves as the primary detention center for West Baton Rouge Parish and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

Address: 850 8th Street, Port Allen, LA 70767
Phone: (225) 343-9411
Website: https://www.wbrparish.org/192/Corrections

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the West Baton Rouge Parish Detention Center, you can call the facility directly at (225) 343-9411. Provide the inmate's full name and, if possible, their date of birth or booking number.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours and policies may vary. It's best to contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation schedules and procedures.

How to Send Money

To send money to an inmate, you can use the following methods:

  • In-person at the facility during business hours
  • By mail: Send a money order to the facility address, including the inmate's full name and booking number
  • Online: Through Access Corrections

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are allowed to make collect calls or use a prepaid phone account. For more information on phone services and potential video visitation options, contact the facility directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

The West Baton Rouge Parish Detention Center may offer various programs and services to inmates, such as:

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

Contact the facility for specific information on available programs.

Security and Management Information

The West Baton Rouge Parish Detention Center is operated by the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office. The facility employs trained correctional officers and staff to maintain security and order within the detention center.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and visitation. Attorneys may visit their clients during regular business hours. For personal visits, family and friends must adhere to the facility's visitation policies and schedules.

Booking and Release Process

During the booking process, inmates are photographed, fingerprinted, and their personal information is recorded. Upon release, inmates must complete necessary paperwork and collect their personal belongings before leaving the facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to receive?

Inmates are typically allowed to receive letters and approved reading materials. All items are subject to inspection. Contact the facility for a complete list of approved items.

How can I post bail for an inmate?

Bail can be posted at the West Baton Rouge Parish Detention Center in person. You will need to provide the inmate's name and have the full bail amount in cash or an approved form of payment.

Are there medical services available for inmates?

Yes, the facility provides basic medical care for inmates. For specialized care, inmates may be transported to external medical facilities under secure supervision.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

850 8th Street PO Box 129, Port Allen, LA, 70767

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 225-346-6400 .

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 West Baton Rouge 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.

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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