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Jefferson Parish Correctional Center

100 Dolhonde St, Gretna, LA 70053 ·Jefferson Parish County ·Capacity: 1,200 ·504-368-5360
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📍 Jefferson Parish Correctional Center · Gretna, LA

Jefferson Parish Correctional is a county detention facility at 100 Dolhonde St, operated by the Jefferson Parish County Sheriff's Office. Most people here are awaiting trial or serving a sentence under one year. This is not a prison - stays are typically days or months, not years. Information on this page was last verified August 2026.

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Is my family member at Jefferson Parish Correctional?

If you are not certain they are there, the fastest way to confirm is the Jefferson Parish County inmate search or InmateAid's inmate locator, which searches by name across Louisiana facilities.

Booking takes time - sometimes several hours after arrest. If the search comes back empty, wait a few hours and try again before assuming they are somewhere else. You can also pull their arrest record and booking details to confirm the charges and facility assignment. For the most direct answer, call Jefferson Parish Correctional at 504-368-5360.

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How do I get them out on bail?

Most people booked at Jefferson Parish Correctional appear before a judge within 24 to 48 hours. At that first appearance the judge sets bail - or denies it - based on the charges, history, and flight risk.

If bail is set, your family member can be released by paying the full amount or through a bail bondsman who typically charges 10 percent as a non-refundable fee. If bail is denied or unaffordable, they remain at Jefferson Parish Correctional until the case resolves. InmateAid's bail and bond guide covers every option including what to do when you cannot afford a bondsman.

What is happening to them right now?

Right after arrest your family member goes through intake - identity verification, medical screening, property inventory, and classification. Classification places them in a housing unit based on charges, prior record, and intake behavior. It is not a punishment. It is how the facility manages a population that ranges from people on minor warrants to individuals facing serious charges.

Phone access and visitation are typically unavailable during the first 24 to 48 hours while booking completes. Once they are assigned to a housing unit those channels open. InmateAid's what happens in jail guide walks through the full intake process step by step.

How do I talk to them by phone?

Your family member calls you - you cannot call them.

Calls from Jefferson Parish Correctional go through the facility's contracted phone provider. Visit InmateAid's jail calls page to find the current provider for this facility and get your account set up before the first call.

Phone contact is more important than most people realize going into this. A regular call - even a short one - makes a measurable difference in how someone holds up inside.

Securus Tech® ↗ Contracted phone carrier — account setup and rates
When can I visit and what are the rules?

Visitation at Jefferson Parish Correctional is subject to the facility's current schedule, which can change without notice. Before making the trip, call 504-368-5360 to confirm current hours, any registration requirements, and what you can bring. Showing up without confirming first is the most common mistake families make - it results in a wasted trip and a missed visit.

General rules across most Louisiana county jails: dress conservatively, avoid colors that resemble inmate uniforms, leave your phone in your car, bring valid government-issued ID. Children may be permitted with specific requirements. Read InmateAid's visitation guide for a full pre-visit checklist.

Jefferson Parish Correctional Center Inmate Visitation Guidelines

The Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office has transitioned to a video visitation system for inmates at the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center (JPCC), effective October 2017. Onsite visitations are no longer permitted; instead, family and friends may connect with inmates through online video visitation or the off-site visitation center.


Video Visitation Options

  1. Remote Visitation: Conduct visits from your computer, Android, or Apple device using the Securus Video Visit app or platform.
  2. Off-Site Visitation Center: Visit inmates using designated video visitation terminals at:
    • Address: 2211 Barataria Blvd., Suite 110, Marrero, LA 70072

How to Use the Video Visitation System

To participate, visitors must register and schedule visits through the Securus Video Visit system:

  • Registration Steps:
    • Visit www.videovisitanywhere.com.
    • Submit a photo and government-issued ID for approval.
    • Once approved, schedule visits remotely or at the off-site center.
  • System Requirements:
    • Android or Apple smartphone, tablet, or a computer with a webcam.
    • For best results, use a headset or earbuds with a microphone.
  • Contact for Assistance:
    Securus Video Visitation Help Line: 1-877-578-3658

Remote Video Visitation Details

  • Cost: $12.99 per 20-minute visit.
  • Requirements: All visitors must register with the Securus Visitation System.
  • Scheduling:
    • Visits can be scheduled up to 2 weeks in advance.
    • Appointments must be scheduled at least 48 hours before the visit.
    • Cancellations must occur at least 24 hours in advance; otherwise, the visit is counted as completed.

Off-Site Visitation Center Information

  • Address: 2211 Barataria Blvd., Suite 110, Marrero, LA 70072
  • Contact Numbers: (504) 381-4328 or (504) 381-4329

Visitation Center Hours:

  • Open: 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM & 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM daily
  • Closed: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Visiting Times:

  • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

General Visitation Rules

  • Registration: All visitors must complete the registration process with Securus.
  • Scheduling: Visits are by appointment only. Walk-ins are not permitted.
  • Dress Code: Visitors must adhere to a strict dress code. Refer to the Inmate Visitation Rules for details.
  • Attorney Visitation: Separate policies apply for legal counsel visits.

Visitation at the JPCC has been restructured to increase accessibility for family and friends, offering flexible hours and the convenience of remote options. These updates aim to maintain a secure and efficient environment while ensuring meaningful connections between inmates and their loved ones.

⚑ Full visitation information, times & rules
How do I put money on their books?

Money on the books - also called the commissary or trust account - gives your family member access to hygiene items, snacks, phone time, and postage. It directly affects their daily comfort and ability to stay connected.

Steps to send money to Jefferson Parish Correctional:

1. Go to InmateAid's send money page to find the approved deposit method for this facility

2. Have your family member's full legal name and booking number ready

3. Choose online deposit, phone deposit, or facility kiosk

4. Use the name and number exactly as they appear in the jail's system - any error will delay or reject the deposit

ForeComm Solutions ↗ Commissary and trust-account deposits
How do I send letters or photos?

A letter or a printed photo costs almost nothing to send and means far more than most people on the outside appreciate.

Jefferson Parish Correctional accepts mail addressed to your family member at 100 Dolhonde St. Include their full legal name and booking number on every piece. Standard rules at most Louisiana county jails: plain white paper only, no staples, no glitter, no stickers, no colored ink. Standard print-size photos only, nothing written on the back. Mail that does not meet the facility's standards will be rejected - and they may not notify you. Keep it simple.

InmateAid's send mail service prints and mails on approved stock from your phone or computer. Formatting rejection is not a risk.

Books and magazines must be ordered new from the publisher or an online retailer - not shipped from your home address. Order through Amazon or directly from the publisher. Anything from a personal address will be rejected.

Inmate Mailing Address
[Inmate Full Legal Name]
ID #: [Inmate Number]
Jefferson Parish Correctional Center
PO Box 388
Gretna, LA 70053
What else should I know about Louisiana jails?

Visitation rules, phone access, bail processes, inmate search tools, and what happens at release all vary by state. InmateAid's Louisiana prison resources hub covers all of it - written specifically for families navigating the Louisiana system.

Have a specific question from someone who has been through it? Browse questions and answers at InmateAid Louisiana Q&A.

Official Resources

Frequently Asked Questions about Jefferson Parish Correctional

How long does county jail booking take?

Booking at a county jail typically takes between 2 and 8 hours depending on how many people are being processed at the same time. During that window your family member may not appear in the inmate search system and phone and visitation access will not yet be available.

What is the difference between county jail and state prison?

County jails are short-term facilities operated by the county sheriff, holding people awaiting trial or serving sentences under one year. State prisons are operated by the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections for sentences of one year or more. Jefferson Parish Correctional is a county jail - your family member may not have been convicted yet and could be released before trial if bail is posted.

Can I receive calls from someone in county jail?

No. Calls from county jail are outbound only - your family member calls you from the facility phone. You cannot call them directly. Set up an account with the phone provider before the first call so it connects immediately.

How long can someone be held in county jail without being charged?

In most states police have 48 to 72 hours to formally charge someone or they must be released. After charges are filed your family member remains in custody until bail is posted or the case resolves. Timelines vary by state and charge - InmateAid's bail and bond guide has state-specific information.

What can I bring when visiting someone in county jail?

Most county jails permit only valid government-issued photo ID for visitors. Leave your phone, wallet, keys, and personal items in your car or facility lockers. Call Jefferson Parish Correctional at 504-368-5360 before your visit to confirm current rules - they vary by facility and change without notice.

County jail time is hard in a specific way. The uncertainty - not knowing how long, not knowing what comes next - is its own kind of weight. What you can control is the connection. Calls, letters, visits, money on the books. Every one of those things tells your family member that someone out here is paying attention and is not going anywhere.

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About this page — Information is compiled from official facility sources, state DOC guidelines, and verified family reports. Last updated August 2026.