The Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail is a 300 bed jail in the city of Cottonport, Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 318-876-2871, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
Phone: 318-876-2871
Physical Address:
640 Choupique Lane
Cottonport, LA 71327
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
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Avoyelles Women's Jail
675 Government Street
Marksville, LA 71351
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Smart Communication
Avoyelles Women's Jail
675 Government Street
Marksville, LA 71351
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 318-876-2871 for the information you are looking for.
Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail Inmate Search
Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections maintains a database of jails, prisons, district attorneys and court locations for every parish in the state.
The Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail maintains an average of 300 offenders in custody on any given day. The Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Avoyelles Parish law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 14,000 offenders.
The following charts of Avoyelles Parish inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the Avoyelles Parish Corrections Department, the state of Louisiana Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Avoyelles Parish.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Avoyelles Parish and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessIn the parish, there is a male detention center (DC-1) and a female detention center (DC-3), each equipped with 400 and 300 beds respectively. These facilities are housed within the Justice Center, which was constructed in 2019.
To deposit funds, schedule video visitation, send emails, texts, or gift baskets, you can create an account at: https://correctpay.com/
When sending mail, please use the following addresses:
Detention Center 1 (Male) Offender Name Offender ID Avoyelles Parish Jail 675 Government St Marksville, Louisiana 71352
Detention Center 3 (Female) Offender Name Offender ID Avoyelles Parish Jail 675 Government St Marksville, Louisiana 71352
To make phone calls to an inmate, please visit: https://account.ncic.com/la/avoyelles-parish-detention-center-1/addfundsinmate
For information on current inmates, you can visit: http://www.avoyelles.lavns.org/
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 318-876-2871.
There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.
Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.
If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.
Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail Booking Roster
After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Avoyelles Parish for booking.
Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.
Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Avoyelles Parish and other Louisiana and USA jurisdictions.
If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.
It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.
The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.
During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.
Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.
At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.
If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.
Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.
Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.
If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail? What is the Schedule?
640 Choupique Lane
Cottonport, LA 71327
318-876-2871
ON-SITE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | No on site visits |
MONDAY | 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
MONDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
TUESDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
WEDNESDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
THURSDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
FRIDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
SATURDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
You can ‘video visit’ your inmate one of three ways:
Go here to begin the process to schedule a visit.
What is the cost to do remote video visitation?
Paid Remote Visits
Having a remote visit from your Home or app, the cost of each 20-25 minute ‘friends and family remote visit’ will be approximately $7.95 plus tax.
FREE Remote Visits
Visitors can also choose to come to the jail and video chat with an inmate via the JailFunds/VendEngine kiosk in the lobby. The video visit on-site at the jail is FREE.
You can deposit money four different ways:
Attorney Visits only! < (Lawyers, go here)
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Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-876-2871 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail?
640 Choupique Lane
Cottonport, LA 71327
318-876-2871
ON-SITE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | No on site visits |
MONDAY | 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00AM to 10:00AM 12:00noon to 3:50PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
MONDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
TUESDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
WEDNESDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
THURSDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
FRIDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
SATURDAY | 12:00noon to 10:20PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-876-2871 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail?
You can deposit money four different ways:
correctpay.com Assistance:
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
To send commissary money to an inmate in Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-876-2871 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Avoyelles Parish follow these instructions:
Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.
In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:
NOTE:
1. You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2. When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3. When allowed by Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – [email protected]
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Avoyelles Parish inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-876-2871 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Smart Communication
Avoyelles Women's Jail
675 Government Street
Marksville, LA 71351
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Smart Communication
Avoyelles Women's Jail
675 Government Street
Marksville, LA 71351
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
The Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail standards will be disposed of.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Smart Communication
Avoyelles Women's Jail
675 Government Street
Marksville, LA 71351
To communicate by text or email with an Avoyelles Parish inmate, follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to send and receive secure messages in the form of text or email with a Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail inmate, including how it works, how much it costs, renting your inmate a tablet, how often you can communicate and more, check out our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
NOTE: Your messages will be monitored and stored. You may want to refrain from discussing your inmate's court case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-876-2871 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail, and what can I purchase?
Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase Commissary and/or Gift Packs from this jail’s commissary service.
You can deposit money four different ways:
correctpay Contact, Help and FAQ
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-876-2871 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
SmartMail allows inmates to communicate safely and quickly with family and friends outside of the jail, prison or detention center. Inmates send and receive electronic letters using a safe and secure computer kiosk or tablet stationed in their institution. THE COST IS JUST $0.50 CENTS; cheaper than a postage stamp and envelope.
More information on how to send and receive messages and photos with an inmate.
To communicate by text or email with an Avoyelles Parish inmate, follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to send and receive secure messages in the form of text or email with a Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail inmate, including how it works, how much it costs, renting your inmate a tablet, how often you can communicate and more, check out our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
NOTE: Your messages will be monitored and stored. You may want to refrain from discussing your inmate's court case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-876-2871 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Avoyelles Parish Women’s Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-876-2871 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Avoyelles Parish?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Avoyelles Parish?
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