Concordia Parish Correctional Facility Inmate Bail & Bonds

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Concordia Parish bail and bond: the Vidalia courthouse jail and the Ferriday facility

People arrested in Concordia Parish may be held in Vidalia, at the Concordia Parish Jail, or in Ferriday, at the Concordia Parish Correctional Facility. Sheriff David Hedrick runs the parish's law enforcement from Vidalia. Search Concordia Parish Inmate Search to see the booking and the bail listed. Questions the search cannot answer go to 318-336-5231.

Vidalia and Ferriday both have jail buildings. Where is my person?

The Concordia Parish Jail is at 4001 Carter Street in Vidalia, the same address as the sheriff's office, 318-336-5231. The Concordia Parish Correctional Facility is at 26356 Highway 15, Ferriday, 318-757-1865.

Start with Concordia Parish Inmate Search. It should name the building. One directory describes the Vidalia jail as mostly a holding area for people at court, so a longer stay may be at Ferriday.

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How long before an arrest shows up in the search?

Give it a few hours, then check Concordia Parish Inmate Search again.

If you still see nothing, ask the arresting agency which jail it used. The Ferriday number, 318-757-1865, is also the warden's line.

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Where can I find the bail figure?

Open the booking in Concordia Parish Inmate Search. A blank may simply mean no judge has set it.

By law a judge must see the person within 72 hours of arrest, weekends and legal holidays excluded. That hearing is where counsel is assigned and bail is set or reviewed (La. C.Cr.P. art. 230.1).

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Does the 7th Judicial District have a bail schedule?

Louisiana lets district courts adopt a schedule for non-capital felonies, but does not require one (art. 315). This page does not list amounts by charge, since the court and judge decide them.

The clerk of court, John F. "Andy" Anders, can point you to the right court. His number is 318-336-4204.

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Where do I take bond money?

Bond hours are not posted in anything we could read. Call the sheriff's office at 318-336-5231 and ask which counter accepts bond, and when.

Ask whether property bond paperwork must be signed at the sheriff's office, 4001 Carter Street, Room 7. The sheriff is David Hedrick.

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Which kinds of payment does Louisiana allow for a cash bond?

Cash, certified or cashier's checks, U.S. government bonds, state or local bonds, and postal or bank money orders (art. 326).

Bring the person's full name and booking number. Ask for a receipt that shows the amount.

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How much is the bondsman's share?

The premium is set by the legislature: 12 percent of the bail, or $120 if that is greater (R.S. 22:1443). On bail of $30,000, the premium is $3,600.

A bondsman must be licensed by the state. If someone you do not know calls about your case, hang up and call the jail yourself.

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We own a house in Concordia Parish. What is required for a property bond?

The owner grants a formal written mortgage on Louisiana real estate to the state or local government. It is recorded in the mortgage records of the parish where the land lies (art. 323).

The papers must state the land's value, which has to be higher than all debts against it, and must attach the order that set bail. The bail officer may want proof of ownership and a tax assessment.

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Can he go home without paying?

Only if a judge orders release on a signature or an unsecured pledge, and the law excludes violent crimes, domestic abuse battery, gun felonies, repeat DWI and bail jumping, among others (art. 321).

A new felony arrest raises a presumption against that kind of release.

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Why would a judge refuse bail?

Capital offenses with strong proof carry no bail under the Louisiana Constitution. Certain violent and drug charges can also lose bail after a hearing if flight or danger is shown by clear and convincing evidence (art. I, sec. 18).

Domestic abuse arrests start with a 48 to 72 hour hold, and a bail hearing may follow (art. 313).

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Can we ask for a lower number?

Yes. The court with trial jurisdiction can lower bail for good cause, on a motion or its own initiative (art. 319).

Factors include the charge, prior record, ability to pay and the danger of release (art. 316). The old bond ends when a new amount is ordered, so a new one must be posted.

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Is River Correctional Center part of the parish jail?

No. The state corrections department lists River Correctional Center, 26362 Highway 15, Ferriday, 318-757-2154, as a local facility that houses state prisoners. It is on the same highway as the parish correctional facility.

State prisoners are not waiting on a bond. If you are unsure, ask the Ferriday number which type of file the person has.

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What conditions come with release in a domestic abuse case?

If a judge grants bail after a domestic abuse hearing, the court should look at electronic monitoring and house arrest with a curfew. A reasonable supervision fee may be charged (art. 313).

Breaking a condition can lead to revoked bail, a bench warrant or a return to jail. Ask the lawyer or the sheriff's office, 318-336-5231, what the order in your case requires.

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Where do we get a public defender?

The District 7 office, serving Concordia and Catahoula Parishes, is at 4001 Carter Street, Room 4, Vidalia. The phone is 318-336-7548. It posts Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday, 8 a.m. to noon.

The state's page names a different district in a photo caption, so call ahead.

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Which detention center takes juveniles from Concordia Parish?

Which facility Concordia uses for children depends on the court. Ask the clerk of court, 318-336-4204, which court and which facility apply.

After a child is placed in detention, a continued custody hearing must occur within three days unless the child is released to a parent (Children's Code art. 819).

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What can happen if a probable cause review is missed?

After an arrest without a warrant, a judge must find probable cause within 48 hours using the officer's sworn statement (art. 230.2). The accused need not attend.

Without a timely finding, the person must be released on their own recognizance. A new warrant can still lead to rearrest.

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Does adding money to a jail account pay the bond?

No. Funds for the commissary or phone belong to the inmate and are separate from bail.

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Concordia Parish contacts

Parish jail
Concordia Parish Jail, 4001 Carter Street, Vidalia, LA 71373; 318-336-5231
Correctional facility
26356 Highway 15, Ferriday, LA 71334; 318-757-1865
Custody lookup
Concordia Parish Inmate Search
Sheriff
David Hedrick, 4001 Carter Street, Room 7, Vidalia; 318-336-5231
Clerk of court
John F. "Andy" Anders, P.O. Box 790, Vidalia, LA 71373; 318-336-4204
Public defender
District 7, 4001 Carter Street, Room 4, Vidalia; 318-336-7548
State housing site
River Correctional Center, 26362 Highway 15, Ferriday; 318-757-2154

Counters move, numbers change and staff turn over. Check your own case with the sheriff or the clerk, using these numbers, before any money changes hands.

Concordia Parish Correctional Facility

Address:
26356 Hwy 15
Ferriday, LA 71334
Phone:
318-757-1865

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions about Bail and Bonds in Concordia Parish


Does Concordia Parish have bail?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Concordia Parish?

Who can set bail in Concordia Parish?

When is bail set in Concordia Parish Louisiana?

 

 

Does Concordia Parish have bail?

Yes, Concordia Parish recognizes most types of bail bonds.

 

 

What kind of bonds are accepted in Concordia Parish?

Concordia Parish recognizes most types of bonds. The court will consider what type of bonds will be accepted depending on the circumstances of the arrest. There are several types of bail available including release on own recognizance, cash bail, property bond and surety bond.

 

 

Who can set bail in Concordia Parish?

In some cases, the bail is predetermined based on the charges. If this is the case the amount of bail will be provided during the booking process. In cases where the bail is not predetermined, or the defendant does not qualify for immediate release, the bail will be determined by a magistrate at the first appearance.

 

 

When is bail set in Concordia Parish Louisiana?

A magistrate will set bail during a first appearance, which is usually scheduled within 72 hours of arrest.

What is Bail?

Bail is what the arrested in Concordia Parish must pay or do to stay out of jail until the first court appearance. 

The agreement to bail acts as a promise that the arrested will return to court for court dates and trial. Bail usually refers to a dollar amount, but bail can also mean something that has to be done, or a condition such as reporting to an officer of the court, a curfew, restraining orders or attending a treatment program. 

Bail is usually a significant enough amount of money and/or condition that the person will be negatively impacted and has incentive to return to court and not flee. A flight risk usually means that the person would flee the area, and not necessary that they are going to take an airplane. 

If a bail commissioner in Concordia Parish feels that the arrested will return to court for further proceedings, the arrested could be released under a conditional release without needing to pay bail money. This is called Released on Own Recognizance, or ROR.  

Conditions for ROR might be to obey all court orders and laws, maintain contact with the lawyer, report changes in residence or have no contact with the victim. Family support will show the court that there are people who will make sure that the defendant makes it to court. 

If the magistrate determines that the defendant would be a danger to the public if they were released, bail can be denied, and the person will be detained in the Concordia Parish Correctional Facility until the case is resolved or goes to trial. 

Bail can be denied if the defendant did not comply with bail conditions from a previous arrest. Bail is usually denied in cases of violent offenses. 

What is the difference between Bail and Bond?

Bail and bond are used interchangeably to mean the same thing but technically, they are different. The bail is the amount to be paid and a bond is a signed document promising payment of the bail amount with certain conditions. Think of a bond as a loan to pay for the bail.  

The bond payment is always written to the court in your municipality, Concordia Parish or district directly and does not go through the defendant. Chances of obtaining a bond from a bond company or clerk of court are better if family is involved.  

The thought of being in jail can cause the arrested to panic and try to secure a bond immediately.

DO NOT panic and take the time to understand all the options.  

More courts are now trying to work with defendants to make bail work and might provide non-monetary options or even reduce the bail.  

Payments to a bond company are not refundable. It is a long process to get back property title or money that was given to the clerk of court or bondsperson to secure the bond. This could put your loved ones into a difficult financial situation. 

Another reason not to unnecessarily rush into securing a bond is that if the court notes that you came up with the money to pay a bond company, they may assume you have resources to pay a defense attorney and decline public defense.  

On the other hand, as anyone who has ever been involved in their criminal defense understands, fighting your case while ‘out on the streets’ gives you a much better chance of either winning, or getting a more favorable sentence.  

What are the different types of bonds in Concordia Parish?

Based on a review of information from the arrest, the judge or bail officer will determine and notify the accused of which types of bonds are available to them.

To describe the types of bonds, let’s use an example of buying your neighbor’s car. Your neighbor decides the price of the car and how they would be paid.

Similarly, the court (meaning a police or bail officer, clerk of court, bail magistrate or judge) determines the bail amount and how it would be paid.

Here are different options that the seller of the car or the court might consider:

You could pay full asking price for the car in cash. This is similar to paying cash bail. The full amount of bail would be paid to the town or county clerk or at the jail. Cash, cashier’s checks and credit cards are usually accepted.

You could sign an agreement on your own or with another person to pay for the car at a future date knowing that your neighbor would know where to find you if you stopped payment. This would be similar to a cash bond or a personal recognizance (PR) bond which are bonds to where someone representing the defendant signs paperwork promising to pay the bail amount if the defendant does not show up to court. There is no money due up front. 

If the defendant does not show up, the full amount of the bail will be due to the court and the people who signed the paperwork will be responsible for paying the court and the court will send the sheriff’s department to arrest you. 

Cash bonds and PR bonds are types of unsecured bonds because you are not securing it with any money down. In bond terms, a surety is a person who will be responsible for making sure that you will show to court and will be responsible to pay the bond if the arrested person does not show up.

Surety can be family, friend or a bondsperson. Your attorney cannot act as a surety.

You can put a deposit down for your neighbor’s car and sign an agreement that the car will be paid off at a later date. Cash percentage in lieu of bonds is when the defendant pays a percentage of the bail amount, usually 10%, to the court which then holds the money until the case is over. 

The amount is returned to the person who paid the 10% after the case is over. In most cases, the full amount is not returned if there are court fees or fines due. This is a type of surety bond if another person signs the bond paperwork.

You could sign an agreement that if the car were not paid off, that your neighbor would get your house or something of value. 

A property bond is a bond that the courts might consider in which the bond is pledged in land or home real estate (mobile homes are not accepted).  

Usually, the property must be in the same state as the courts, and it must be worth at least 1 ½ - 2 times the amount of the bond.  

There are multiple court fees involved to execute a property bond with the courts and a tedious process to get the property deed back. This is another type of surety bond if another person or a bond company is used to secure the bond. 

You could also go to a local bank and take out a car loan offering property or anything of value for collateral. You may get someone to co-sign on the loan and offer their property. The bank charges fees, interest and could keep your property if you did not pay the loan back, or even on time.  

A professional bondsperson makes money, at least 10% of the bond amount by providing you with a “loan” called a bond. The percent that they charge is fixed by the state and cannot be negotiated. The defendant or surety does not get that 10% or more back even if the terms of the bail are met. 

With a property bond, the property deed would need to be signed over to the bondsperson and everyone on the deed would need to be involved. 

Since the bondsperson signed off, to be responsible that you show to court as your surety, they can send a bounty hunter to bring you to court if you flee.  A bondsperson does not have to give you a bond if the defendant seems to be too much of a risk.

Ask the bondsperson to explain all the costs: percentage, fees or court fees. There is never a reason to rush through signing the paperwork with a bond company.  Make sure that everything told to you is in writing and that you understand what you are signing. Ask questions, and if you feel rushed or don’t understand the contract with the bond company, you might want to call another one.

(There have been phone scams where a bond company calls and informs a person that their family member has been arrested and they ask for financial information.  A bondsperson will not call asking for money without involvement of the arrested.)

Does Concordia Parish have bail?

Yes, Concordia Parish recognizes most types of bail bonds.

What kind of bonds are accepted in Concordia Parish? 

Concordia Parish recognizes most types of bonds. The court will consider what type of bonds will be accepted depending on the circumstances of the arrest. There are several types of bail available including release on own recognizance, cash bail, property bond and surety bond.

Who can set bail in Concordia Parish?  

In some cases, the bail is predetermined based on the charges. If this is the case the amount of bail will be provided during the booking process. In cases where the bail is not predetermined, or the defendant does not qualify for immediate release, the bail will be determined by a magistrate at the first appearance.

When is bail set in Concordia Parish?

A magistrate will set bail during a first appearance, which is usually scheduled within 72 hours of arrest.

Can I get the bail or bond reduced in Concordia Parish Louisiana? 

Yes, if there are extenuating circumstances, let the magistrate know.  Your attorney can also request a bond reduction.

In Concordia Parish Louisiana, who can pay bail for me? 

The person posting bail should be a relative or close friend, called a surety, because they are promising and taking responsibility that you will return to court to get their money back. 

A surety is not responsible for court fees or paying off personal debts for the defendant. A professional bondsperson who is approved by the State of Louisiana could be the surety and execute a bond to the court on your behalf.

Can bail be paid online in Concordia Parish Louisiana?  

No, Louisiana counties do not currently offer online payment of bail. Please contact the jail for specific information on how to pay bail: go to the for more information about the jails in Concordia Parish.

What options are there to pay bail in Concordia Parish Louisiana? 

Payment may be made with cash, money order, property bond, or surety bond. Some accept a credit card with fees. 

Please contact the jail for specific information on what methods of payment are accepted. Go to the Concordia Parish Correctional Facility for more information about posting bail in Concordia Parish.  

An alternative would be to contact the Clerk of Court.

Will I get all my bond money back in Louisiana?

Bail money is returned to the person who paid the bail; in whole or in part once the case is finished. There may be fees, restitution (money to pay for damage caused by the crime) or fines that come out of that amount. If you used a bondsperson, you would not get your 10% back. Property is returned by the court or bondsperson after the appropriate requests and formal paperwork are completed with the court.

Can I get bail or a bond with no money down in Concordia Parish?

The magistrate who sets bail determines which kind of bail will be an option for you, but a cash bond and PR bonds usually do not require cash down, though you might have to pay court fees.

A cash bond or a personal recognizance (PR) bond are bonds where someone representing the defendant signs paperwork promising to pay the bail amount if the defendant does not show up to court. There is no money due up front. 

If the defendant does not show up, the full amount of the bail will be due to the court and the people who signed the paperwork will be responsible for paying the court and the court will send the sheriff’s department to arrest you. 

Cash bonds and PR bonds are types of unsecured bonds because you are not securing it with any money down. In bond terms, a surety is a person who will be responsible to make sure that you will show to court and will be responsible to pay the bond if the arrested person does not show up.  A surety can be family, friend or a bondsperson. Your attorney cannot act as a surety.

What are the least expensive and affordable bail bonds in Louisiana?  

The Concordia Parish Correctional Facility or court in this jurisdiction can provide you with a list of approved and licensed bond companies, but they cannot recommend a specific company. You are not obligated to use the first company available and can call several companies to compare what kind of bonds that the bondsperson is willing to execute.  

The percentage of bail that the bond company can charge is set, usually at 10%, by the state and cannot be negotiated.

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