The Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility is a 564 bed jail in the city of Plain Dealing, Bossier Parish, Louisiana. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 318-326-4405.
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.
Bossier Parish Corrections app
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 318-326-4405, 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 Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility at 318-326-4405 to get it.
Phone: 318-326-4405
Physical Address:
2985 Old Plain Dealing Rd.
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility
2985 Old Plain Dealing Rd.
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility
2985 Old Plain Dealing Rd.
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Bossier Parish Maximum Security 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 318-326-4405 for the information you are looking for.
Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility Inmate Search
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-326-4405 for further assistance.
The Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility maintains an average of 564 offenders in custody on any given day. The Bossier Parish Maximum Security 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 Bossier Parish law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 25,380 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility has a rated capacity of 564 beds. The 128,000 single-story jail was completed in August 2005 and coincided with the infamous Hurricane Katria. What made these two events so interesting is that because of Katrina, the New Orleans jails, along with thousands of inmates had to empty out, and because the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility had just been completed and had yet to move in their inmates, hundreds of New Orleans inmates were shipped here. The jail went from 0 inmates to 500 in a day. It was a logistical success.
The Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility was built at a cost of $22 million. It replaced the old 78-bed Bossier Parish Jail on the fifth floor of the courthouse in Benton, Louisiana, that was built in the 1970s. Each pod in this jail is a standalone unit, with a video visitation area, shower roon, classrooms and an outdoor rec area covered with mesh screening.
In 2019, the facility underwent a security upgrade, investing $1 million in state-of-the-art equipment. The improvements include the installation of new cameras, monitors, electronic locks, and security software to enhance the deputies' ability to monitor inmates across different areas of the facility.
The Bossier Maximum Security Facility, located at 2985 Old Plain Dealing Road in Plain Dealing, LA 71064, has as its primary focus is ensuring the safety of inmates until they are adjudicated through the court system. For information about an inmate or any of the inmate services, you can call the jail 24 hours a day at 318-326-4405, or fax them at 318-965-3590.
In addition to this facility, the Bossier Parish Sheriff also maintains a 600 bed Medium Security jail that is located across the street.
You can also look up inmates in custody with the current Jail Inmate Roster. It provides details on an inmate's criminal charges, bond, date arrested, court docket number and the personal property the offender had in his or her possession when they were arrested. Unfortunately, due to a state law, the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility does not provide public mugshots of the inmate, except in the case of certain violent crimes. In addition the Bossier Sheriff provides a running 12-month list of every arrest they make, and the information on each of the people they book.
Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly. Friends and family of inmates in the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility can arrange to visit inmates by video, both at the jail and remotely from home. Friends and family can also communicate using an online text/email system, send them money and buy them commissary online, and set up a phone account that allows the inmates to call them during the day and evening seven days a week. Tablet rentals are available for communication and entertainment purposes.
All the information on these inmate services can be found in the sections below. If you still have questions, you can phone the jail 24 hours a day by calling 318-326-4405.
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility 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 Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility:
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 318-326-4405.
Once someone is booked at Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility in Plain Dealing 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 318-326-4405 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
For detailed information about the bail process in Bossier Parish, Louisiana, see the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility Bail FAQ.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility? What is the Schedule?
2985 Old Plain Dealing Rd.
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
318-326-4405
ON SITE PERSONAL VISITS
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
MONDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
REMOTE INMATE VIDEO CALLS
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
MONDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
Inmate Visitation
IMPORTANT - All remote visitation at the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility is conducted by City Tele Coin video.
You can visit your inmate at the jail, or from your own device or computer at home.
The Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office provides a video kiosk in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office free of charge.
Visitation is limited to 10 minutes per visitor per day. Visitors must call ahead and follow ALL visitation guidelines.
If not coming to the Sheriff's Office, you may visit with an inmate using City Tele Coin fom home.
Video visitations are monitored and visitors MUST follow visitor guidelines. Visitors that are found to violate these guidelines, will have their visitation privileges suspended.
All Video Visitation services are provided by City Tele Coin.
To register for a direct pay account visit www.CityTeleCoin.com.
After your account has been created you can download the City Tele Coin app from iTunes or Google Play.
To video chat and send emails using the app or the City Tele Coin website, select Bossier Parish Jail to set up a remote account for the inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-326-4405 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 Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility?
2985 Old Plain Dealing Rd.
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
318-326-4405
ON SITE PERSONAL VISITS
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
MONDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
REMOTE INMATE VIDEO CALLS
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
MONDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-326-4405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility?
There are two options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility uses CommissaryDeposit.com 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.
Choice 2 - 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.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
**Call 318-326-4405 first to ask Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility if this option is still available.
To deposit money in an Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Bossier Parish inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - Support@commdeposit.com
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Bossier Parish, go to our Send Money Page for details.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-326-4405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility?
To register and sign up for a phone account with City Tele Coin to communicate with your Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility inmate, follow the instructions below:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Bossier Parish, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All phone conversations and messages are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some phone providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-326-4405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Bossier Parish Maximum Security 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 Bossier Parish Maximum Security 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#
Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility
2985 Old Plain Dealing Rd.
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility
2985 Old Plain Dealing Rd.
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
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 Bossier Parish Maximum Security 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 Bossier Parish Maximum Security 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#
Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility
2985 Old Plain Dealing Rd.
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
For inmates receiving mail in the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility
2985 Old Plain Dealing Rd.
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-326-4405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility, and what can I purchase?
Ordering from CommissaryOrder.com is a simple process:
Commissary Order Fees
In addition to the items you purchase, you will pay a ‘service fee’ for each item selected. The first item you select will cost you a fee of $2.00-3.00, then an additional $0.35 to $0.50 for each item you select after that.
Maximum Amount
Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility only allows you to purchase a maximum amount of $200.00 worth of products at a time.
Items you may Purchase from CommissaryDeposit.com:
Customer Support
- CommissaryOrder.com only provides customer support via email at Support@CommissaryOrder.com
Inmate Money Deposit Option
If you do NOT want to choose the commissary items for your inmate, but have them decide for themselves, go to CommissaryDeposit.com and send them money direct so they can purchase the items they want.
The fees to send money directly to your inmate are as follows:
$0.01 - $25.00 = $3.25 + 3%
$25.01 - $100 = $4.50 + 3%
$100.01 to $200 = $6.00 + 3%
$200.01 & up = $7.50 + 3%
(NOTE: The maximum allowed deposit is $260.00)
To deposit money in an Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Bossier Parish inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - Support@commdeposit.com
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Bossier Parish, go to our Send Money Page for details.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-326-4405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility using an Online Messaging Service?
City Telecoin also has a secure messaging service that allows you and your inmate to send and receive messages electronically (after being read by the jail).
To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with City Tele Coin to communicate with your Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility inmate, follow the instructions below:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the jail and remotely) in Bossier Parish, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some video visits providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-326-4405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?
City Tele Coin is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented or used on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
City Tele Coin is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented or used on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-326-4405 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Bossier Parish?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Bossier Parish?
This facility, known as "Bossier Parish Maximum Security Facility" is also known as Bossier Parish Correctional Facility, Bossier Parish Jail, Maximum Security Facility, Bossier Parish Jail, Maximum Security Facility, Louisiana, Bossier Parish.