Search Jefferson Davis Parish 72 Hour Booking

Jefferson Davis Parish 72 hour booking records list all arrests made by the sheriff's office in the last three days. The parish seat is Jennings, a small city in southwest Louisiana. The sheriff's office at 1530 US-90 handles all bookings and keeps the jail roster up to date. You can search for recent arrests online through the LAVINE system or by calling the office at (337) 824-3850. Booking records here include the person's name, charges, and bond details. This page covers how to look up booking data in Jefferson Davis Parish and what to expect.

Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff 72 Hour Booking

The Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's Office is the main agency that creates and keeps booking records. When someone is arrested in the parish, the sheriff's office handles the intake process. They log the person's name, date of birth, charges, and bond info into the system. This data then feeds into the online roster so the public can view it.

The office sits at 1530 US-90 in Jennings. You can call (337) 824-3850 to ask about a recent booking. Staff will look up the name or booking number and share what they can over the phone. Walk-in requests work too. Bring your ID and ask for the booking log or a specific arrest record. Under La. R.S. 44:1, booking records are public. The sheriff must give them out when asked.

Mail requests are also accepted. Send a written request with the person's full name and date of birth to the sheriff's office at 1530 US-90, Jennings, LA 70546. Standard copy fees may apply. The office will mail back what they find.

Online Booking Search for Jefferson Davis Parish

Jefferson Davis Parish has an online searchable inmate roster. You can find it through the LAVINE system at JeffersonDavis.LAVINE.org. Type in the person's name and the system shows matching results. It is free to use and runs all day.

The roster shows who is in jail right now. It also shows people booked in the last 72 hours. Each entry has the person's name, booking date, charges, and bond. LAVINE pulls this data from the sheriff's jail management system, so the info stays current. If you want to track a specific inmate, the VINE notification system lets you sign up for custody alerts at vinelink.com. That way you get a call or text if the person is released or moved.

If the LAVINE roster is slow or hard to reach, call the sheriff's office directly at (337) 824-3850 for booking information. The Clerk of Court can also provide court filing data tied to arrests in the parish.

The screenshot above shows the court records page for Jefferson Davis Parish, where you can look up arrest and booking data.

72 Hour Booking Details in Jefferson Davis Parish

A booking record from the Jefferson Davis Parish jail has several parts. The sheriff's office fills in all the data during intake. Here is what a typical record shows:

• Full name and date of birth
• Booking date and time
• Charges and statute numbers
• Bond amount or hold status
• Arresting agency

Some records have more detail than others. A felony arrest usually has more charges and a higher bond. A misdemeanor might show a single charge with a set bond. The booking log keeps a running list of all arrests. Under La. R.S. 44:3, some parts of the record can be held back if they involve an active case or sealed order. But the core booking info is public in most cases.

Note: Booking records may take a few hours to appear online after the arrest happens.

Getting Jefferson Davis Parish Arrest Records

There are three ways to get a 72 hour booking record from Jefferson Davis Parish. Each one works, but online is the fastest path for most people.

Online is the first choice. Go to the LAVINE roster page and search by name. Results show up fast. You can view and print them from home. No fee for basic lookups. If you want a certified copy, you will need to go in person or send a mail request to the sheriff's office. Certified copies may cost a small fee.

By phone, call (337) 824-3850. Tell the staff who you are looking for. They can check the log and read off the basic details. This works well if you do not have internet access or if you just need a quick answer. In person, go to the sheriff's office at 1530 US-90 in Jennings. Bring ID. Ask for the booking record. Staff can print a copy for you on the spot. The state DOC also tracks offenders at doc.la.gov if someone was sent to state prison after booking.

Public Records Law and Booking Access

Louisiana law gives you the right to see booking records. La. R.S. 44:1 says that records made by public bodies, including sheriff's offices, are public. That covers booking logs, arrest records, and the jail roster. You do not have to give a reason for your request. Anyone can ask.

Under La. R.S. 44:32, the sheriff's office must respond to your request within three business days. Most booking requests get answered the same day, especially online. If a record is denied, the office must tell you why in writing. You can appeal to the district court if you think they are wrong.

Nearby Parishes

Jefferson Davis Parish borders several other parishes. If the arrest happened near a parish line, it may have been booked in a different location. Check these neighboring parishes if you cannot find the record you need.