The Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility is a 65-bed jail located in Natchitoches, Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 318-356-5854.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the Louisiana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility at 318-356-5854 for assistance.
Phone: 318-356-5854
Physical Address:
299 Edwina Drive
Natchitoches, LA 71457
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility
299 Edwina Drive
Natchitoches, LA 71457
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility
299 Edwina Drive
Natchitoches, LA 71457
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility, 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 318-356-5854 for the information you are looking for.
Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility 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 Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility maintains an average of 65 offenders in custody on any given day. The Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility 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 Natchitoches Parish law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 8,500 offenders.
The following charts of Natchitoches 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 Natchitoches 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 Natchitoches 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 Natchitoches 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 lessThe Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility was built in 1962 and has a capacity of 65 inmates. Physical Address: 299 Edwina Drive, Natchitoches, LA 71457. Phone Number: (318) 356-5854. Monday: 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM. Tuesday: 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM. Wednesday: 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM. The Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility provides an online inmate search tool that allows you to search for inmates by name. One unique aspect of the facility is that it offers inmates two different ways to contact their friends and family members.
Eligible offenders have the opportunity to participate in a transitional work program (TWP) during their incarceration period, which can range from six (6) months to four (4) years before their release, depending on the nature of their offense.
It's important to note that sex offenders are generally not eligible to participate in the transitional work program. Approved program participants are required to engage in approved job assignments and return to the structured environment of the assigned facility when they are not working. Probation and Parole Officers are responsible for monitoring contract TWPs, which may involve conducting random drug screenings and facility inspections. These officers also contribute to the annual audit of TWP facilities as part of the Auditing Teams.
TWPs have proven successful in helping offenders transition from prison back into the workforce. Around 10 to 20 percent of offenders are able to maintain employment with their employers upon release. The TWP also serves as a valuable alternative for technical parole violators, offering an alternative to returning them to prison.
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.
It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.
The booking process at Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility typically includes the following steps:
Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 318-356-5854.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility in Natchitoches for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:
1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 318-356-5854 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
For more information on the bail process in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, visit the Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility Bail Information Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility? What is the Schedule?
299 Edwina Drive
Natchitoches, LA 71457
318-356-5854
Schedule Video Visits online with Smart Visit
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | NO on site VISITS |
MONDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
TUESDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
THURSDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
FRIDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
SATURDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Smart Inmate
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
MONDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
TUESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
THURSDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
FRIDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
How Video Visitation Works
SmartJailMail.com provides a two-way, real-time video visitation system which can be used to speak to your loved ones directly in their housing location within the jail.
At some locations you may also use a lobby kiosk at the facility to visit for free when scheduling a local / on-site visit.
Remote visits from home cost 50 cents per minute and are scheduled in 15 or 30 minute increments.
To schedule a video visit you must first open a Smart Communications account.
Remote Video Visits From Home
Once you are connected with an inmate you can use the visitation section of the website to schedule a visit.
Remote visits from home are billed on a credits-per-minute model and are scheduled in 15 or 30 minute blocks.
Local / On-Site Video Visits
Once you are connected with an inmate at a location where you have a visitation kiosk in the lobby, you may use the visitation section of the website to schedule a visit.
Local / on-site visits are provided free of charge.
This link explains everything you need to know about Smart Communications Video Visitation.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-356-5854 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 Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility?
How Video Visitation Works
SmartJailMail.com provides a two-way, real-time video visitation system which can be used to speak to your loved ones directly in their housing location within the jail.
At some locations you may also use a lobby kiosk at the facility to visit for free when scheduling a local / on-site visit.
Remote visits from home cost 50 cents per minute and are scheduled in 15 or 30 minute increments.
To schedule a video visit you must first open a Smart Communications account.
Remote Video Visits From Home
Once you are connected with an inmate you can use the visitation section of the website to schedule a visit.
Remote visits from home are billed on a credits-per-minute model and are scheduled in 15 or 30 minute blocks.
Local / On-Site Video Visits
Once you are connected with an inmate at a location where you have a visitation kiosk in the lobby, you may use the visitation section of the website to schedule a visit.
Local / on-site visits are provided free of charge.
This link explains everything you need to know about Smart Communications Video Visitation.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-356-5854 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility?
To deposit money into the account of an inmate in Natchitoches Parish, follow these instructions:
For all the information you need regarding making an inmate deposit, what it costs, how much you can send, how long it takes for your inmate to receive funds and more, and to get the Facility Locator Number, check out our Send Money Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-356-5854 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility?
To communicate by telephone with a Natchitoches Parish inmate, follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to receive phone calls from a Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility inmate, including how it works, how much it costs, how often you can receive calls and when you can receive them and more, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: Your phone calls will be monitored and stored. You may want to refrain from discussing your inmate's court case. Anything discussed on the calls may be used in your inmate's court case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-356-5854 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility 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 Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility 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#
Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility
299 Edwina Drive
Natchitoches, LA 71457
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility
299 Edwina Drive
Natchitoches, LA 71457
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 Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility 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 Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility 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#
Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility
299 Edwina Drive
Natchitoches, LA 71457
To communicate by text or email with an Natchitoches 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 Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility 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 Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-356-5854 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility, and what can I purchase?
The service they use is called icaregifts.
Instructions
1. Register here.
2. Click the "Find an Inmate" button and enter your loved one’s first name, last name, or inmate number. When the information is entered correctly, click the “Search” button to confirm they are in the system.
3. Select the icare gift you want to send them.
4. Confirm the order in your confirmation email.
5. Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility has up to 30 days to give your icaregift pack to your inmate.
6. You will receive a confirmation email when it is delivered.
There are a total of fourteen (14) pre-determined icaregift packs available to choose from.
They range in price from $10.49 for ten pre-stamped envelopes, 2 pens and a pad of writing paper…
… to $104.99 for a box of 85 snack and food items…
… with many gift packs priced in between.
Resources
Frequently Asked Questions (you must have an inmate chosen in order to review these FAQs for Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility
Contact Info:
888-439-5020 - 8AM–9PM ET, 7 days a week.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility, as well as sending money to the inmate so that they can purchase their own items, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Natchitoches Parish.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-356-5854 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility 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 Natchitoches 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 Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility 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 Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-356-5854 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?
They may not be directly connected to the internet, but inmates at Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility are provided free tablets to use within the jail that allow them to have access to the following services and information:
The availability of tablets may seem like something that inmates who are serving time do not deserve, but here are some of the benefits for inmates in Natchitoches Parish:
They may not be directly connected to the internet, but inmates at Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility are provided free tablets to use within the jail that allow them to have access to the following services and information:
The availability of tablets may seem like something that inmates who are serving time do not deserve, but here are some of the benefits for inmates in Natchitoches Parish:
For more information about Tablets and how your inmate can get one to use while he is in jail, chek out our Inmate Tablet page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-356-5854 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Natchitoches Parish?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Natchitoches Parish?
This facility, known as "Natchitoches Parish Work Release Facility" is also known as Natchitoches Parish Jail Work Release Facility, Natchitoches Parish Jail Work Release Facility, Louisiana, Natchitoches Parish.