Cameron Parish Jail
Cameron Parish Jail
The 88-bed Cameron Parish Jail provides inmate information 24 hours a day by phone at 337-775-2125.
People arrested in this county on misdemeanor or felony charges are brought here first for booking and processing. Those who aren’t immediately released stay in custody until they bond out, are released on their own recognizance, or are ordered held until their trial concludes.
Want to know if someone is here? Search the facility’s roster with the inmate search tool.
After sentencing, inmates with terms under one year stay at this jail, while inmates with longer terms are transferred to the Louisiana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page tells you how to search the official jail roster, how to get to the jail, and how to use inmate services such as visitation, account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
Most communication services ask for the inmate’s booking number or jail ID, so keep it on hand. If it’s missing online, call Cameron Parish Jail at 337-775-2125.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Cameron 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 337-775-2125 for the information you are looking for.
Cameron 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 Cameron Parish Jail maintains an average of 88 offenders in custody on any given day. The Cameron 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 Cameron Parish law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,760 offenders.
The following charts of Cameron 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 Cameron 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 Cameron 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 Cameron 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 Jail, located within the Cameron Parish Law Enforcement Complex, was built in 2015. It has a capacity to hold up to 88 inmates, including up to 16 women, 26 men (maximum security), 20 men (minimum security), 8 juveniles, 4 medical, 2 isolation blocks (holding 2 each), and 10 holding cells.
If you are looking for information about current inmates, you can visit https://www.cameronso.org/roster-choose.
There are three ways to post a bond for someone in jail. You can choose from the following options:
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PROPERTY BOND: To post a property bond, you must visit the Tax Assessor Office to obtain a description of the property you intend to use for the bond. You need to provide the bond amount and check if the property covers the bond. Once you have the necessary paperwork, bring it to the Clerk of Courts Office to check for any judgments on the property. After completing these steps, submit the paperwork to the Jail.
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CASH BOND: To post a cash bond, you need to pay the entire bond amount in cash.
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SURETY BOND: A surety bond involves a bondsman posting the bond to secure the release of the inmate. You will need to pay the bondsman 12% of the bond amount, along with any additional fees they charge.
Visitation for inmates takes place on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 am to 3 pm. Each inmate is allowed up to 2 visits on each visitation day. Please note that no cell phones, purses, or handbags are permitted in the visitation area. Ensure that you secure your personal belongings in your vehicle. Visitors are also required to pass through a metal detector before entering the visitation area and must present a form of identification. Correctional Officers will escort the inmates for their visits.
When an inmate arrives at the facility, they have 4 days to receive the following listed items after being booked into the Cameron Jail:
For Males:
- 3 pairs of white socks
- 3 pairs of boxers
- 3 white t-shirts
For Females:
- 3 pairs of underwear
- 3 white t-shirts
- 3 pairs of white socks
No hygiene products or food items are allowed. The Cameron Jail provides soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, razors, towels, and washcloths upon booking. Inmates are allowed to order other approved items they may need or want from the commissary.
Inmates can have money deposited into their commissary account in the form of a money order made out to the inmate. Cash is not accepted. Commissary orders are processed every Wednesday morning at 9 am, and the money must be posted to the inmate's account by 8 am on Wednesday morning.
- Jail (Main): 337-775-2125
- Sheriff: 337-775-5111
Booking process details at Cameron Parish Jail
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Cameron Parish Jail for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.
It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.
The booking process at Cameron Parish Jail typically involves the following steps:
- Identifying the individual.
- Taking a mugshot.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal background.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Conducting a full-body search.
- Confiscating personal property.
- Allowing a phone call.
For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 337-775-2125.
How to post bail for a loved one in Cameron Parish
Once booked at Cameron Parish Jail in Cameron, the individual has several possible outcomes:
1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 337-775-2125.
Several payment methods are available for bail.
- Cash bonds are settled in full at the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and card payments are often available at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail can be reached at 337-775-2125.
- Licensed bail bondsmen in Cameron Parish can assist with the process.
- Many courts accept land or a house as bond collateral; the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the property.
For more details on the bail process in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, visit the Cameron Parish Jail Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Cameron Parish Jail? What is the Schedule?
Cameron Parish Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
124 Recreation Lane
Cameron, LA 70631
337-775-2125
- 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 337-775-2125 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
- Inmates are allowed two visits per day..
- 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 337-775-2125 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| TUESDAY | 10:00AM - 3:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 10:00AM - 3:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cameron Parish Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 337-775-2125 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Cameron Parish Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cameron Parish Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 337-775-2125 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Cameron Parish Jail?
There are two options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Cameron Parish Jail 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 337-775-2125 first to ask Cameron Parish Jail if this option is still available.
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Cameron Parish
To deposit money in an Cameron Parish Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
- Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
- Choose Louisiana
- Choose Cameron Parish Jail
- View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
- Search for, then Select your inmate.
- Choose the amount to send.
- Register, and Pay for the deposit transaction
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Cameron 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 Cameron 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 Cameron Parish Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 337-775-2125 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Cameron Parish Jail?
How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Cameron Parish Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Cameron Parish follow these instructions:
Cameron Parish 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:
- Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
- Choose Louisiana.
- Choose Cameron Parish Jail
- Select your Inmate.
- Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
- Fund your account.
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 Cameron Parish Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
- Adding funds to your account: NCIC's terms cap the fee for an automated payment (web, phone menu or kiosk) at $3.00.
- NCIC shows the current per-minute rate when you set up the account.
- NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Cameron 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 Cameron Parish Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 337-775-2125 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Cameron Parish Jail, and what can I send them?
Cameron Parish Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Cameron Parish Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Cameron 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 #
Cameron Parish Jail
PO Box 1250
Cameron, LA 70631
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Cameron Parish Jail
PO Box 1250
Cameron, LA 70631
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
Ask the Cameron Parish Jail whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer 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 Cameron Parish Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Cameron Parish Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Cameron Parish Jail
PO Box 1250
Cameron, LA 70631
Cameron Parish Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Cameron Parish Jail 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 Cameron Parish Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Cameron Parish Jail
PO Box 1250
Cameron, LA 70631
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 Cameron Parish Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 337-775-2125 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Cameron Parish Jail, and what can I purchase?
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Cameron Parish
To deposit money in an Cameron Parish Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
- Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
- Choose Louisiana
- Choose Cameron Parish Jail
- View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
- Search for, then Select your inmate.
- Choose the amount to send.
- Register, and Pay for the deposit transaction
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Cameron 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 Cameron 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 Cameron Parish Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 337-775-2125 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Cameron 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 Cameron Parish Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 337-775-2125 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Cameron 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 Cameron Parish Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 337-775-2125 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Cameron Parish?
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