Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. How do I find out if someone is currently detained at St. Bernard Parish Prison?
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St. Bernard Parish Prison maintains an online inmate list where one can find the list of detainees. The list is updated usually fairly frequently. To check the inmate roster please visit St. Bernard Parish Prison Sheriff Department website. If that doesn't work, another good way to find someone is to call the Chalmette police department at 504-278-7647 and find out about the inmate directly.
Q. What if you are not able to find the inmate in St. Bernard Parish Prison?
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It means the inmate is transferred to nearby county jail or state prison facility or is released from jail. Check Louisiana inmate search page for more details on how to search for an inmate in Louisiana.
Q. What are the visitation rules of St. Bernard Parish Prison?
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Any individual with valid government ID and who isn’t on felony probation is allowed to visit an inmate. Children below 18 years, must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
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For more information one can call 504-278-7647.
St. Bernard Parish Prison Visitation Hours
Sunday |
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. |
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Monday |
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
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Tuesday |
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
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Wednesday |
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
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Thursday |
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
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Friday |
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. |
Saturday |
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. |
Map & Directions for St. Bernard Parish Prison
More Information
St. Bernard parish prison is located in Saint Bernard County. This facility offers services to the town of Chalmette and other surrounding small towns in the county of St Bernard. The construction of this facility was completed in the year 1911.The institution started receiving inmates immediately the construction was completed. Renovations and expansions have been carried out from time to time, to be able to accommodate the always rising number of inmates brought in.
The facility is used for holding inmates with multiple jurisdiction cases including those with short sentences. These sentences are usually less than one year. The facility houses both the female and male convicts. The most common inmates you will find are those convicted of offences like drunk driving, assaults, fights and theft. Inmates have access to amenities like educational programs, bathroom and a television facility. All the inmates are served nutritious delicacies. All of them take 3 meals a day.
This correctional facility is also a home to inmates awaiting trial and probation violators. People brought in also include those awaiting sentencing, those awaiting court appearance or those who have no capability to meet the financial requirement to facilitate their release. Convicts are housed in separate areas according to the type of crimes they have committed, the behaviour they exhibit and the current risk assessment. This prison is under the great care of a sheriff.
The sheriff’s office is in charge of various responsibilities. These include managing all the activities happening in the prison. It is also responsible for the prison’s website, convict rosters, booking and arrest reports and the convict search database that is accessible to the public.
The prison allows relatives, family and friends to visit their loved that have been jailed. Visiting hours are mostly in the evening and the weekends. The prison is very strict. The administration expects that all visitors obey and abide by the rules of the institution. When visiting, one is required to provide basic information details. These details include; the name of the convict being visited, the visitor’s name and photo ID.
When you arrive late, you might not be allowed to see the inmate. This also applies to visitors who are intoxicated, those who are not authorized to visit the inmate or those who come dressed inappropriately. For those under the age of 18 years, the requirement is that they are accompanied by a legal guardian or custodian.
The prison has an online website. Here anyone can find the list of the individuals detained. This list is usually updated in a months’ time. In a case where you are unable to find the name of the detainee(s) you are looking for, this means the inmate has been transferred to another correctional facility or have been released from the prison.
If you have a question concerning the prison or an inmate, you can always contact the prison. If you have a loved one or a friend that is currently being held at the prison, you can contact the prison and ask for relevant information regarding the inmate. From there it will be up to you, to either get a criminal defence lawyer or opt for a bail bond service. The prison will provide you with the crucial information that can be used to defend a person. In most cases, these leads to their release from detention as they wait for their trial.
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