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This page lists all 42 city jails in Louisiana. You can browse by county below, search for specific facilities, or navigate to related pages.
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About City Jails in Louisiana
Understanding city jails in the Louisiana
Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of city jails in Louisiana. This page lists every active city jail facility operating across Louisiana, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast, reliable access to local jail information. Whether you need to locate a recently arrested loved one, find contact details for a specific facility, or simply understand how the city jail system works in Louisiana, everything you need is available right here.
City Jail vs. Prison: What's the Difference?
City jails serve a very different function from state or federal prisons:
- City Jails: Locally operated facilities that hold individuals for short periods — typically those who have just been arrested, are awaiting trial, are unable to make bail, or are serving sentences of less than one year.
- County Jails: Similar to city jails but operated at the county level, serving a larger geographic area.
- State Prisons: Operated by Louisiana's Department of Corrections for felony offenses with sentences longer than one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
If you're unsure where your loved one is held, use our free US inmate locator tool to search across all facility types at once.
How to Find Someone in a City Jail
When a loved one is arrested and taken to a city jail in Louisiana, finding out exactly where they are being held is the first priority. Because city jails are locally operated, there is no single centralized database — which is exactly why this directory exists. Browse the list below, click on the relevant facility, and use the inmate search feature to locate your loved one quickly.
Booking & Intake Process
The booking process includes fingerprinting, photographing, health screening, and search of belongings. This can take a few hours to most of a day. During this period, the person is generally not accessible by phone or visitors.
Getting Bail
Bail is set by a judge at an arraignment, typically within 24-72 hours of arrest. A licensed bail bondsman can post bail on your behalf for a non-refundable fee of 10-15% of the total bail amount.
Hiring a Lawyer
Securing qualified legal representation as early as possible is critical. A criminal defense attorney can attend bail hearings, negotiate with prosecutors, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling an Inmate
Most city jails use third-party phone providers with outbound-only calls. Your number must be registered and a prepaid account set up. Read our calling guide for step-by-step instructions.
Sending Money
Inmates can receive money via online transfers, kiosk deposits, or money orders. Funds go to their commissary account for food, hygiene products, and phone credits. Click any facility for specific deposit methods.
Visitation
Visitation policies vary by facility. Some offer in-person visits while others use video only. Always check the specific facility's rules, visiting hours, and pre-approval requirements before making the trip.
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City Jails by County in Louisiana
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Louisiana has City Jails spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the City Jails in a specific county within Louisiana. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
All City Jails in Louisiana
Complete listing of city jails
Browse Every City Jails in Louisiana
The full list of city jails in Louisiana is displayed below. Each entry includes the jail's name, city, county, address, and contact information. City jails are locally operated facilities typically managed by municipal law enforcement agencies such as city police departments or local sheriff's offices. They primarily house individuals who have been recently arrested, are awaiting arraignment or bail hearings, or are serving short-term sentences.
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Rayne Jail
200 Oak St
PO Box 69, Rayne, LA 70578
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Acadia Parish | View Details |
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Shreveport Jail
755 Hope St, Shreveport, LA 71101
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Caddo Parish | View Details |
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Shreveport Marshal's
1244 Texas Ave, Shreveport, LA 71101
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Caddo Parish | View Details |
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Lake Charles Jail
830 Enterprise Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601
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Calcasieu Parish | View Details |
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Sulphur Jail
500 North Huntington St, Sulphur City Jail, LA 70663
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Calcasieu Parish | View Details |
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Westlake Jail
701 Johnson St
P.O.Box 700, Westlake, LA 70669
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Calcasieu Parish | View Details |
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Logansport Jail
109 North 2nd St
PO Box 400, Logansport, LA 71049
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De Soto Parish | View Details |
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Baton Rouge Jail
704 Mayflower St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
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East Baton Rouge Parish | View Details |
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Zachary Jail
4510 Main St, Zachary, LA 70791
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East Baton Rouge Parish | View Details |
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New Iberia Jail
457 East Main St
Suite 104, New Iberia, LA 70560
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Iberia Parish | View Details |
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Plaquemine Jail
23540 Railroad Ave, Plaquemine, LA 70764-2752
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Iberville Parish | View Details |
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Jennings Jail
110 North Broadway St, Jennings, LA 70546
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Jefferson Davis Parish | View Details |
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Gretna Jail
200 Fifth St, Gretna, LA 70053
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Jefferson Parish | View Details |
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Kenner Jail
500 Veterans Blvd, Kenner, LA 70062
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Jefferson Parish | View Details |
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Westwego Jail
401 Fourth St, Westwego, LA 70094
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Jefferson Parish | View Details |
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Lafayette Jail
900 East University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70502
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Lafayette Parish | View Details |
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Thibodaux Jail
1309 Canal Blvd
PO Box 5418, Thibodaux, LA 70302
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Lafourche Parish | View Details |
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Killian Jail
28284 Hwy 22
PO Box 352, Springfield, LA 70462
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Livingston Parish | View Details |
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Tallulah Jail
500 East Green St, Tallulah, LA 71282
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Madison Parish | View Details |
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Mer Rouge Jail
217 Davenport Ave
PO Box 238, Mer Rouge, LA 71261
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Morehouse Parish | View Details |
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Harbor Police Detention
One Third St, New Orleans, LA 70130
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Orleans Parish | View Details |
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New Orleans Jail
715 South Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119
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Orleans Parish | View Details |
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New Orleans Youth Center
850 South White St
PO Box 9098, New Orleans, LA 70119
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Orleans Parish | View Details |
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Monroe Jail
700 Wood St, Monroe, LA 71201
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Ouachita Parish | View Details |
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Ouachita Parish - Faith I
1511 Jackson St, Monroe, LA 71202
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Ouachita Parish | View Details |
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