The Morehouse Parish Detention Center is a 230 bed jail in the city of Collinston, Morehouse Parish, Louisiana. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 318-874-7855. The Work Release Facility is also contained in this building.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Louisiana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 318-874-7855, 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.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Morehouse Parish Detention Center at 318-874-7855 to get it.
Phone: 318-874-7855
Physical Address:
6444 Patey Road
Collinston, LA 71229
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Morehouse Parish Detention Center
6444 Patey Road
Collinston, LA 71229
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Morehouse Parish Detention Center
6444 Patey Road
Collinston, LA 71229
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Morehouse Parish Detention Center, 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 318-874-7855 for the information you are looking for.
Morehouse Parish Detention Center 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 Morehouse Parish Detention Center maintains an average of 230 offenders in custody on any given day. The Morehouse Parish Detention Center 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 Morehouse Parish law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 12,280 offenders.
The following charts of Morehouse 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 Morehouse 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 Morehouse 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 Morehouse 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.
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The bland concrete 230-bed Morehouse Parish Detention Center is also the location of the 120-bed work release program, and it houses all sentenced offenders in Morehouse Parish on both misdemeanor and felony charges. It provides extensive fenced yards, a gated entry, and parking for visitors. Falling under the oversight of the Sheriff’s Office, it contains several housing units to meet medium security needs, but is primarily a minimum security facility.
To find someone who is incarcerated and their status and details, check the online look up or call the jail directly at 318-874-7855.
The lockup locations in Morehouse Parish are: Morehouse Parish Detention Center, Morehouse Parish Jail, Morehouse Parish Jail Annex, and the Morehouse Parish Work Release Center.
Inmates are provided with all their basic needs including three healthy meals every day, access to commissary for additional hygiene and food items, exercise space, clean laundry, recreational time, positive social interactions, and opportunities to improve both life and social skills.
Inmates numbering approximately 120, who are sentenced to the work release program will have non-violent charges, not be considered low flight risk, and will have a job at the time of their sentencing. Work release allows an inmate to leave the building during work hours, and they are tracked with a GPS anklet to ensure they go to work and then return to the facility, a reliable form of transportation is required.
To improve mental health for inmates they are also encouraged to maintain contact with their supporters outside of the facility, including their family members and their friends, which will help to improve the safety within the jail. The Morehouse Parish Detention Center provides mail services through the US Postal Service, outgoing phone calls, and the ability to have visitors. All visitors and calls must be with people who are not incarcerated and who have not been incarcerated recently, and mail is not permitted to be sent or received from other detention centers or jails. All mail is checked for contraband upon arrival, and it must have a full return address in order to be accepted, and mail that is being sent from the jail will also be checked for contraband before being sealed and mailed.
The inmate mailing address is:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Morehouse Parish Detention Center
6444 Patey Road
Collinston, LA 71229
Phones are available during dayroom hours only and are turned off at night. To add money to the phone account of an inmate access the kiosks located in any of the jails throughout Morehouse Parish or mail a money order to the facility.
To arrange visits, contact the jail directly or await instruction from your inmate on the process. For safety reasons visiting hours are not accessible to those who are not approved to visit.
After being arrested, the offender is brought to the Morehouse Parish Detention Center for booking, which is the detailed process of identifying, classifying, deciding on charges, and whether the person will either be released on their own recognizance, allowed to be released on bail, or moved into the jail until their court date.
The first thing every newly arrested person must do is close their mouth. Everything an offender says may be used against them, so the best thing to do is remain silent when questioned about the arrest and what led to it.
These are the steps of booking someone into the Morehouse Parish Detention Center:
Booking can take as little as an hour, or up to 48 hours on a busy weekend or holiday evening, or if the offender is violent, wasted or generally uncooperative. If you have any questions about when you can pay an offender's bond and what the cost will be, call the facility at 318-874-7855.
When an offender is arrested and brought to the Morehouse Parish Detention Center in Collinston for booking, there are several outcomes after being processed.
1. The offender will be released with no bail, promising to return on a specific date to appear before a judge in either Municipal or Morehouse Parish Court.
2. The offender is ordered to remain in jail until their court date.
3. The offender is allowed to be released after paying a specified bond or bail. Call 318-874-7855 to get the exact amount.
The payment of an offender's bail or bond can take many shapes.
For detailed Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the entire bail process in Morehouse Parish Louisiana, check out the Morehouse Parish Detention Center Bail Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Morehouse Parish Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
6444 Patey Road
Collinston, LA 71229
318-874-7855
ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| MONDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| MONDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
Once you register, choose the option for 'Video Calls' or Video Visists and you will be prompted for the information required, which will include copies of your state issued ID and more.
For help with signing up and using the inmate visitation app, go here to get your questions answered.
Note: While JailATM also offers the following inmate services, Morehouse Parish Detention Center may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm.
Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
You Can Send Money
Morehouse Parish Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM so that you can deposit money online or using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
You Can Send Gift Packs
Morehouse Parish Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
You Can Email Inmate
Morehouse Parish Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM which handles secure messaging between you and your inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow emailing your inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morehouse Parish Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-874-7855 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Morehouse Parish Detention Center?
Once you register, choose the option for 'Video Calls' or Video Visits and you will be prompted for the information required, which will include copies of your state issued ID and more.
For help with signing up and using the inmate visitation app, go here to get your questions answered.
Note: While JailATM also offers the following inmate services, Morehouse Parish Detention Center may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm.
Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
You Can Send Money
Morehouse Parish Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM so that you can deposit money online or using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
You Can Send Gift Packs
Morehouse Parish Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
You Can Email Inmate
Morehouse Parish Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM which handles secure messaging between you and your inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow emailing your inmate.
Customer Support: 877-810-0914.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morehouse Parish Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-874-7855 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Morehouse Parish Detention Center?
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Morehouse Parish Detention Center uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Morehouse Parish Detention Center first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Morehouse Parish Detention Center
6444 Patey Road
Collinston, LA 71229
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.
To deposit money online for an inmate in Morehouse Parish Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Morehouse Parish Detention Center, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Morehouse Parish.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morehouse Parish Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-874-7855 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Morehouse Parish Detention Center?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Morehouse Parish, or to assist them in making phone calls from jail to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Morehouse Parish inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, 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 Morehouse Parish Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-874-7855 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Morehouse Parish Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Morehouse Parish Detention Center 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 Morehouse Parish Detention Center 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#
Morehouse Parish Detention Center
6444 Patey Road
Collinston, LA 71229
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Morehouse Parish Detention Center
6444 Patey Road
Collinston, LA 71229
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 Morehouse Parish Detention Center 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 Morehouse Parish Detention Center 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#
Morehouse Parish Detention Center
6444 Patey Road
Collinston, LA 71229
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morehouse Parish Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-874-7855 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Morehouse Parish Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Search for JailATM services for Morehouse Parish Detention Center.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Morehouse Parish Detention Center.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Morehouse Parish Detention Center may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
Send Gift Packs
Morehouse Parish Detention Center has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Morehouse Parish Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Morehouse Parish Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Morehouse Parish.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morehouse Parish Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-874-7855 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Morehouse Parish Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
Using Jail ATM Digital Messaging with an Inmate at Morehouse Parish Detention Center - Sending and Receiving Messages.
How It Works:
Once you sign up with Jail ATM instant Messaging you can you can send texts from the cell phone associated with the mobile number you provided at sign-up, and receive text messages from the inmate on the same cell phone. You can only use the phone number you signed up with or it won't work.
To learn more about this email service, check out our full instructions, including fees at our emailing and texting page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morehouse Parish Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-874-7855 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Morehouse Parish Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Jail ATM is the same company that handles inmate money deposits and other services. Inmates can use their commissary accounty to order these.
The tablets can be rented on a daily basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for many activities.
All inmates receive some free time on the tablets each day. Purchasing a Gold Pass allows inmates access to the tablet for an extended period of time without interruption. The current fee for a 24-hour rental is $4.99, however Morehouse Parish Detention Center may have a monthly rental plan. The tablet should last 5-7 hours on a single charge. An inmate with a Gold Pass, may return the discharged tablet and take another one provided there is still time remaining on the Gold Pass.
Tablet Services:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morehouse Parish Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-874-7855 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Morehouse Parish?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Morehouse Parish?
This facility, known as "Morehouse Parish Detention Center" is also known as Morehouse Parish Jail & Detention Center, Morehouse Parish Jail & Detention Center, Louisiana, Morehouse Parish.
