West Carroll Parish Jail

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West Carroll Parish Jail Information

Located in Oak Grove, West Carroll Parish, Louisiana, the West Carroll Parish Jail is a 88-bed facility. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate details at 318-428-2331.

This jail serves as the processing center for offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They are brought here for booking and processing, and depending on their charges, they may be held until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until their trial is complete.

Use the inmate search tool to find out who is in custody at this facility.

Inmates with sentences under one year will serve their time at this jail, while those sentenced to longer terms will be transferred to either the Louisiana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page offers helpful information regarding inmate services like the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

Make sure to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number, as it is often needed for correspondence or communication. If you're unable to locate it online, you can call West Carroll Parish Jail at 318-428-2331 for further assistance.

Phone: 318-428-2331

Physical Address:
305 East Main Street
Oak Grove, LA 71263

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
West Carrol Parish Jail
P.O. Box 744
Oak Grove, LA 71263.

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
West Carrol Parish Jail
P.O. Box 744
Oak Grove, LA 71263.

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How Do You Find Someone in the West Carroll Parish Jail?

To search for an inmate in the West Carroll Parish 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 318-428-2331 for the information you are looking for.

West Carroll Parish 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 West Carroll Parish Jail maintains an average of 88 offenders in custody on any given day. The West Carroll Parish 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 West Carroll Parish law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 12,260 offenders.

The following charts of West Carroll 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 West Carroll 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 West Carroll 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 West Carroll 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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About the West Carroll Parish Jail

The 88-bed West Carroll Parish Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in West Carroll Parish as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year. 

It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.

If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 318-428-2331, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.

Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment. 

Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks. 

The West Carroll Parish Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills. 

Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided. 

Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit. 

Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program. 

Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page

All personal mail is sent to: 

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
West Carrol Parish Jail
P.O. Box 744
Oak Grove, LA 71263.

Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.

Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
West Carrol Parish Jail
P.O. Box 744
Oak Grove, LA 71263.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Understanding the booking process at West Carroll Parish Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to West Carroll Parish Jail where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.

It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.

The following steps outline the booking procedure at West Carroll Parish Jail:

  • Personal identification verification.
  • Taking photographs (mugshots).
  • Medical and mental health assessment, as well as inquiries about substance use.
  • Possibly collecting DNA samples.
  • Performing a full-body search.
  • Seizing personal belongings for safekeeping.
  • Allowing one phone call.

Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 318-428-2331.

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Directions / Map to the West Carroll Parish Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in custody in West Carroll Parish

Once someone is booked at West Carroll Parish Jail in Oak Grove after an arrest, there are several outcomes:

1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 318-428-2331 for bail details.

Bail payments can take several forms.

  • Cash, credit card, or money order can be used for payment.
  • A licensed bail bond agent in West Carroll Parish can help cover bail.
  • Property within the county can also be used as collateral.

For detailed information about the bail process in West Carroll Parish, Louisiana, see the West Carroll Parish Jail Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the West Carroll Parish Jail? What is the Schedule?

West Carroll Parish Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

305 East Main Street
Oak Grove, LA 71263
318-428-2331

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 318-428-2331 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 318-428-2331 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
TUESDAY 2:00PM - 3:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about West Carroll Parish Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-428-2331 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the West Carroll Parish Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about West Carroll Parish Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-428-2331 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the West Carroll Parish Jail?

There are three options for putting money on an inmate's books:

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 self-serve kiosk for Correct Solutions Group in the lobby that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
West Carroll Parish Jail uses a private company called Correct Solutions Group 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 - Make an Inmate Deposit over the Phone
Correct Solutions Group will accept deposits over the phone with a debit or credit card. Call 877-618-3516.
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How Do Inmates in West Carroll Parish Jail Buy Phone Cards Online & Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in West Carroll Parish, or to assist them in making phone calls from jail to other people, follow these steps:

  • West Carroll Parish Jail uses the services of Correct Solutions Group.
  • Register with them online or call them at 877-618-3516
  • Services for West Carroll Parish inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits, Purchasing Calling Cards for your inmate or depositing money into an inmate's commissary account..

For all the information regarding phone calls with West Carroll 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 West Carroll Parish Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-428-2331 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the West Carroll Parish Jail?

How Do Inmates in West Carroll Parish Jail Buy Phone Cards Online & Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in West Carroll Parish, or to assist them in making phone calls from jail to other people, follow these steps:

  • West Carroll Parish Jail uses the services of Correct Solutions Group.
  • Register with them online or call them at 877-618-3516
  • Services for West Carroll Parish inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits, Purchasing Calling Cards for your inmate or depositing money into an inmate's commissary account..

For all the information regarding phone calls with West Carroll 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 West Carroll Parish Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-428-2331 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the West Carroll Parish Jail, and what can I send them?

West Carroll Parish Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The West Carroll Parish 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 West Carroll Parish 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 #
West Carrol Parish Jail
P.O. Box 744
Oak Grove, LA 71263.



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
West Carrol Parish Jail
P.O. Box 744
Oak Grove, LA 71263.



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 West Carroll Parish Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 West Carroll Parish 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 #
West Carrol Parish Jail
P.O. Box 744
Oak Grove, LA 71263.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about West Carroll Parish Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-428-2331 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the West Carroll Parish Jail, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about West Carroll Parish Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-428-2331 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the West Carroll Parish Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about West Carroll Parish Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-428-2331 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the West Carroll Parish 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 West Carroll Parish Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-428-2331 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in West Carroll Parish

What are the other City and County Jails in West Carroll Parish?

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