Regional Detention Facility · Calcasieu Parish
Calcasieu
Sheriff's Prison
Calcasieu Sheriff's Prison is a larger regional detention facility adjacent to Calcasieu Correctional Center, including the Women's Correctional Services Annex. Carter Bail Bonds works with this facility regularly. Available 24/7 at Louisiana's straightforward 12% rate.
Quick Facts
Table Of Contents
Jump straight to what you need — inmate location, bail process at this facility, and FAQs.
About Calcasieu Sheriff's Prison
Finding an Inmate
Phone, Mail & Commissary
Visiting Hours & Rules
How Bail Works at This Facility
Charges We Handle
What We Need When You Call
Legal Resources
FAQs — Calcasieu Sheriff's Prison
About Calcasieu Sheriff's Prison
Calcasieu Sheriff's Prison sits adjacent to Calcasieu Correctional Center on East Broad Street in Lake Charles, operated by the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office Corrections Division. It's a larger regional facility and includes the Women's Correctional Services Annex.
Some individuals booked in Calcasieu Parish are held at this facility rather than the primary Correctional Center depending on classification, capacity, and case status.
Step-by-Step: How to Locate Someone at Calcasieu Sheriff's Prison
A clear, in-order guide to confirming custody, plus what you'll need and what to watch out for.
Call the Jail Directly
Call the jail directly at (337) 431-1300 with the person's full legal name and date of birth. This is the fastest way to confirm custody status.
Use the CPSO Inmate Roster
Use the official CPSO Inmate Roster — search by first and last name.
Review the Results
Review the results for booking date, charges, and custody status.
Enroll in Louisiana VINE
Enroll in Louisiana VINE to receive automatic notifications if custody status changes, including release.
Information You'll Need
- The inmate's full legal name (as it appears on official ID)
- Date of birth
- Approximate date or location of arrest, if known
Important Notes
- Jail staff cannot release certain personal information over the phone due to privacy restrictions — a booking number, if you have it, speeds up any request.
- If a name doesn't return results, the person may have been recently booked or transferred — records can take time to update.
For the fastest, most accurate help, call Carter Bail Bonds at (337) 249-0768 — we can often verify custody details directly and start the bail process in the same call. If you're not sure whether your loved one is here or at Calcasieu Correctional Center, we'll help confirm.
Phone, Mail & Commissary
Phone Calls
Inmates can generally make outgoing calls but cannot receive incoming calls directly. Calls may be collect or made through a prepaid account set up through the facility's approved provider.
Mail is accepted at the facility's physical address. Include the inmate's full name and booking/ID number if known. See the mailing format below, and call (337) 431-1300 to confirm the booking number before sending if you don't already have it.
Commissary & Funds
Family and friends can deposit funds to an inmate's account through TouchPay/CorrectPay — the facility's approved payment platform — online, by phone, or at an in-person kiosk. Visit cpso.com for the current direct link to the payment portal, since these third-party vendor portals can change.
Mailing Format Example
Inmate's Full Name, Booking Number (if known) Calcasieu Sheriff's Prison 5300 E Broad St Lake Charles, LA 70615
Note
Mail without the inmate's booking number may be delayed while staff verify the correct recipient — call (337) 431-1300 to confirm the booking number before sending if you don't already have it.
Note: Payment systems, fees, and accepted methods can change — confirm current details directly with the facility before sending funds.
Visiting Hours & Rules
Schedules can change — confirm current hours directly with the facility before traveling.
Visiting Hours
As of last verification — confirm before you go.
- Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday – Sunday: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Exact time slots vary by the inmate's housing unit — the specific available window will be shown when you schedule.
Scheduling a Visit
Visits — both on-site and remote video — are scheduled through CorrectPay, the facility's approved visitation platform. Create an account, select "Calcasieu Parish, LA," and choose an available session tied to the inmate's housing unit.
Before You Go
- A valid government-issued photo ID is required for all visitors.
- You must be on the inmate's approved visitor list in advance.
- Standard dress code and conduct rules apply; visitors are subject to security screening.
- Visitation can be affected by facility operations, headcounts, or rule violations — always confirm your scheduled slot is still active before traveling, especially for a long drive.
Note: Visiting hours and procedures are set entirely by the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office, not by Carter Bail Bonds. Call (337) 431-1300, or check cpso.com, to confirm current hours before a visit.
How Bail Works at This Facility
The bail process at Calcasieu Sheriff's Prison works the same as at Calcasieu Correctional Center — bail is set according to the parish bail schedule or by a judge, and Carter Bail Bonds posts the bond directly at whichever facility is holding the defendant once bail is set and paperwork is complete.
Louisiana law (La. R.S. 22:1443) sets the bail bond premium at 12% of the total bail amount, or $120, whichever is greater, regardless of which Calcasieu Parish facility is involved.
Charges We Handle
Carter Bail Bonds posts bonds for every charge type here. Select any charge below for full details on penalties, typical bail amounts, and the bail process specific to that offense.
Common Charges
Charge Categories & Procedural Matters
Our Services
What We Need When You Call
Having these details ready helps us move quickly. Don't have everything? Call anyway — we can often look it up.
Full Legal Name
First, middle, and last name as it appears on their ID.
Date of Birth
Prevents confusion when multiple people share the same name in the booking system.
The Specific Charge
Helps us give you accurate bail range information immediately.
Your Contact Info
Your name, phone number, and relationship to the defendant.
Approximate Bail Amount (if known)
Lets us calculate your premium right away.
Legal Resources
If your loved one needs legal representation, here's where to start. Carter Bail Bonds handles bail — for legal defense, these are the right resources to contact.
Calcasieu Parish Public Defender's Office
Phone: (337) 436-1718
For defendants who qualify based on income, the Public Defender's Office provides court-appointed representation in criminal cases. Eligibility and case assignment are determined by the court, not by Carter Bail Bonds.
Note: address listings for this office vary across sources — confirm the current physical address by calling directly before visiting in person.
Louisiana State Bar Association — Find Legal Help
Phone: (800) 421-5722 · lsba.org
The LSBA's Find Legal Help resources include a searchable attorney directory and a Modest Means Directory for those who don't qualify for a public defender but need reduced-fee representation.
Disclaimer: Carter Bail Bonds is a licensed bail bond company — we post bonds and help with pretrial release, but we are not a law firm and cannot provide legal advice or represent you in court. If you need legal representation, contact one of the resources above or a private criminal defense attorney directly.
FAQs — Calcasieu Sheriff's Prison
Straight answers to the questions families ask us most.