Washington Parish Jail
Washington Parish Jail
You can call the 175-bed Washington Parish Jail 24 hours a day for inmate information at 985-839-3434.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They undergo booking and processing, and depending on their charges, may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
Use the inmate search tool to see who is currently in custody.
Inmates serving less than one year will do their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to the Louisiana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, mailing them, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
It is useful to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number for correspondence purposes. If it’s not available online, contact Washington Parish Jail at 985-839-3434 for assistance.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Washington 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 985-839-3434 for the information you are looking for.
Washington 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 Washington Parish Jail maintains an average of 175 offenders in custody on any given day. The Washington 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 Washington Parish law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 6,120 offenders.
The following charts of Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 lessWashington Parish is a parish located in the southeastern region of Louisiana, specifically in the interior southeast corner. It is one of the Florida Parishes. The parish has a population of 45,463 as of the 2020 census. The parish seat is Franklinton, and its largest city is Bogalusa.
For access to the Inmate Roster, please visit the following website: http://wpso.la.gov/roster_choose.php. If you have any other inquiries, you can contact them at 985-839-3434.
To place Commissary Orders or deposit money into an inmate's Commissary Account, please visit: https://commissarydeposit.com. For any questions regarding commissary deposits, you can contact Forecomm Solutions at 1-337-234-3535.
To add money to an Inmate's Phone Account, you can visit http://allytg.com or call Ally Telecom Group at 1-800-943-2189.
Inmate Mail should be sent to the following address to ensure the security and safety of the inmates and staff: SCH -JCJ INMATE NAME-IDENTIFICATION NUMBER PO Box 2040 Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Please clearly print the Inmate's Name and I.D. number on the outside of the envelope or postcard to ensure the mail is posted to the correct account. Regular inmate postal mail, such as postcards, letters, and greeting cards, will be scanned into the system and made available to the inmates through the inmate kiosks. However, Legal Mail, Court Documents, Bank Statements, Packages, and Publications should be sent directly to the facility at Washington Parish Sheriff's Office, [Name of Inmate] 1002 Main Street, Franklinton, LA 70438.
Inmate Visitation is conducted remotely via the Smart Communication Kiosk. Smart Communications provides an easy-to-use online communications system that allows family and friends to connect with inmates through electronic messaging, video visitation, and photographs. You can sign up and connect for free by visiting https://www.smartjailmail.com. Upon release, inmates can log in to the public website at https://www.smartjailmail.com using their inmate number and password to download their photos, messages, and postal mail.
- Jail (Main): 985-839-3434
- Adult Probation: 985-809-5365
- Criminal Court: 985-839-7271
- District Attorney: 985-809-8383
- Public Defender: 985-892-5002
- Sheriff: 985-839-3434
How does the booking process work at Washington Parish Jail?
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Washington Parish Jail 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 Washington Parish Jail typically includes the following steps:
- Verifying identity.
- Taking a mugshot.
- Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
- DNA collection, if required.
- Conducting a thorough search.
- Confiscating personal belongings.
- Providing a free phone call.
For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 985-839-3434.
What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Washington Parish?
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Washington Parish Jail in Franklinton 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 985-839-3434 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
- To post a cash bond, pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office by cash, cashier's check or money order; many facilities also accept cards at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee, and you will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail phone: 985-839-3434).
- A licensed bail bondsman in Washington Parish can assist with payment.
- Real property such as land or a house is accepted as collateral by many courts, provided the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently twice the bond, with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail signs off on it.
For more information on the bail process in Washington Parish, Louisiana, visit the Washington Parish Jail Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Washington Parish Jail? What is the Schedule?
Washington Parish Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
1002 Main Street
Franklinton, LA 70438
985-839-3434
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- On-site Visits are free.
- Video visits are 20-30 minutes.
- Regular on-site visits are 30-45 minutes, and each inmate is allowed one of these each month. There is no limit on video visits.
- On-site visits - Only two adults and three minors are allowed to visit per inmate (no children under one years old). Inmates with sex crime charges may not visit with minors. Visitors must arrive by 5:15 p.m. Registration begins at 5:15 p.m. and visitors must be signed up by 5:30 p.m. To see the visiting day of your inmate, go to the Washington Parish Corrections website. Each month the dates for visits change.
- Visitors must arrive by 5:15 p.m. Registration begins at 5:15 p.m. and visitors must be signed up by 5:30 p.m.
- No ID, NO VISIT.
Washington Parish Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
Washington Parish Jail uses the services of NCIC for remote video visitation.
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
Ask Washington Parish Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
Costs
NCIC shows the price of a video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Ask Washington Parish Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Washington Parish Jail
- Select your inmate.
- Choose your date and time.
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be logged in and connected to NCIC before the scheduled start time.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington Parish Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 985-839-3434 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Washington Parish Jail?
Washington Parish Jail uses the services of NCIC for remote video visitation.
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
Ask Washington Parish Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
Costs
NCIC shows the price of a video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Ask Washington Parish Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Washington Parish Jail
- Select your inmate.
- Choose your date and time.
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be logged in and connected to NCIC before the scheduled start time.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington Parish Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 985-839-3434 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Washington Parish Jail?
There are two options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Washington 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 985-839-3434 first to ask Washington Parish Jail if this option is still available.
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Washington Parish
To deposit money in an Washington Parish Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
- Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
- Choose Louisiana
- Choose Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington Parish Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 985-839-3434 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Washington Parish Jail?
How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Washington Parish Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Washington Parish follow these instructions:
Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington Parish Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 985-839-3434 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Washington Parish Jail, and what can I send them?
Washington Parish Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Washington Parish Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Washington 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 #
Washington Parish Jail
P.O. Box 591
Longview, Texas 75606
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Washington Parish Jail
1002 Main Street
Franklinton, LA 70438
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the Washington Parish Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Washington Parish Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Washington Parish Jail
1002 Main Street
Franklinton, LA 70438
Washington Parish Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Washington Parish Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Washington Parish Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Washington Parish Jail
P.O. Box 591
Longview, Texas 75606
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Washington Parish Jail
1002 Main Street
Franklinton, LA 70438
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the Washington Parish Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Washington Parish Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Washington Parish Jail
1002 Main Street
Franklinton, LA 70438
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington Parish Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 985-839-3434 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Washington Parish Jail, and what can I purchase?
Washington Parish Jail uses the services of CommissaryOrder.com to provide commissary for their inmates.
Ordering from CommissaryOrder.com is a simple process:
- Start here and click ‘PLACE ORDER’
- Choose Louisiana
- Choose Washington Parish Jail
- View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
- Search for, then Select your inmate.
- Choose your items. (scroll down to see the items available)
- Pay for the items.
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
Washington Parish Jail only allows you to purchase a maximum amount of $200.00 worth of products at a time.
Items you may Purchase from CommissaryDeposit.com:
- Clothing - thermals, underwear, bras, shoes.
- Stationary, envelopes, stamps, playing cards, board games
- Toiletries, hygiene, reading glasses, medicated creams, aspirin
- Soda, energy drinks, coffee, packaged meat & fish, soups, cookies, chips, pastries.
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)
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Washington Parish
To deposit money in an Washington Parish Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
- Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
- Choose Louisiana
- Choose Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington Parish Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 985-839-3434 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Washington Parish Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Washington Parish Jail uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Washington Parish Jail whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: 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
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Washington Parish
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Washington Parish Jail follow these steps:
Washington Parish Jail uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your inmate's account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Washington Parish Jail whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.)
Email – info@ncic.com
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Washington Parish Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Washington Parish.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington Parish Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 985-839-3434 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Washington Parish Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Ask Washington Parish Jail whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate at the Washington Parish Jail
Ask Washington Parish Jail whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
Ask Washington Parish Jail what the tablets can be used for and whether there is a charge.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington Parish Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 985-839-3434 for further assistance.
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