Inmate Transferred But Not Showing in Search Yet?

The search coming up empty the day after a transfer is completely normal. State DOC databases can take anywhere from 24 to 72 hours to update after a move, sometimes longer over weekends or holidays. The fact that you know he arrived at Caldwell yesterday is reliable enough information to work from while the system catches up.

On the inmate number question, Louisiana state inmates typically retain their DOC number throughout their entire incarceration, regardless of which facility they are housed at. That number is tied to the person, not the location. So unless something unusual changed with his classification or case, his number should be the same one he had in New Iberia.

On the commissary money, if you have solid confirmation he is at Caldwell and has not moved again, it is generally safe to send. Most facilities will hold funds in an inmate's account even if he is in the process of settling in. That said, if you have any doubt about whether he has already been moved again, it is worth waiting one more day and calling Caldwell directly to confirm he is currently housed there before sending anything.

If you use InmateAid's phone service and its transfer affected your connection, reach out and the team will update the number at no charge, typically within an hour of your request. Email the new location, and they will take it from there.