St. Mary Parish Released Inmates
Released inmates records for St. Mary Parish come from the sheriff's office in Patterson. This parish stretches across a large part of south Louisiana, with towns like Morgan City, Franklin, and Patterson spread throughout. The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office runs the jail and keeps track of all bookings and releases. You can search for released inmates through the local VINE roster or by calling the office. The resources listed here will help you find release dates, custody status, and other details tied to people who have been held in St. Mary Parish.
St. Mary Parish Quick Facts
St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office
The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office is the main office that tracks released inmates in this area. The building is located at 11916 Highway 90 W in Patterson. You can call them at (985) 395-4500 or send a fax to (985) 384-1622. This office handles law enforcement for the whole parish. The sheriff's staff manage the jail, keep booking records, and update release data. When someone leaves jail custody, the change shows up in the system that feeds the public search tools.
The St. Mary Parish Jail is at the same address. The jail phone is (985) 395-4500. This is where all inmates are held before trial or while serving short sentences. Staff log every intake and every release. If you need to confirm that a person was let go or want to know the exact date they left, call the jail. They can check their records and tell you what they have on file.
Below is a view of the Louisiana DPS&C homepage, which provides links to state-level inmate search tools that cover people transferred from St. Mary Parish to state prisons.
The DPS&C site links to the offender locator and other resources for searching state inmate records.
| Sheriff's Office |
11916 Highway 90 W Patterson, LA 70392 Phone: (985) 395-4500 Fax: (985) 384-1622 |
|---|---|
| Parish Jail |
11916 Highway 90 W Patterson, LA 70392 Phone: (985) 395-4500 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
Search St. Mary Released Inmates Online
The St. Mary Parish VINE roster is the primary online tool for checking on released inmates. This roster is part of the LAVNS system, which tracks inmates across all Louisiana parish jails and state prisons. Data for parish jails updates about every 15 minutes. You can search by name, ID number, or case number. If someone has been released, the record should reflect that change. You can also sign up for automatic alerts so you get notified when an inmate's status changes.
The statewide VINE system is at VINELink. Call 1-866-528-6748 to use the phone version. This is a free tool that does not need an account. It covers every parish in Louisiana. VINE does not track warrants. Charge info may not show for all facilities. If you need details about charges or a specific release from St. Mary Parish, call the jail at (985) 395-4500.
Released Inmates and State Prison Records
People from St. Mary Parish who get sent to state prison fall under the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections. The DPS&C manages all state facilities and tracks people on parole or probation too. Their offender information page lets you search for anyone in state custody. Call (225) 383-4580 to use the automated phone locator. You will need the person's name and date of birth or DPS&C number to get results.
Under R.S. 15:574.12, state prison records are mostly private. The law only allows the release of an inmate's age, offense, conviction date, sentence length, and any misconduct while locked up. All other data is kept confidential. If you need more than those basic facts, file a request under R.S. 44:1, the Louisiana Public Records Act. Mail it to DPS&C at P.O. Box 94304, Baton Rouge, LA 70804.
Note: Parish jails and state prisons use separate record systems, so check both if needed.
Requesting St. Mary Parish Inmate Records
To get released inmates records from St. Mary Parish, contact the sheriff's office directly. You can go in person to 11916 Highway 90 W in Patterson. Written requests by mail are also accepted. Standard copying fees apply for documents. The office is open during normal business hours on weekdays. Call (985) 395-4500 ahead of time if you want to know the exact cost for copies.
Records from the St. Mary Parish Jail follow the standard LAVNS roster format. That means you can expect to see the inmate's name, booking info, and custody status. Under R.S. 44:3, booking logs are public records. Arrest records have some restrictions until a person is found guilty or enters a plea. Basic booking data, though, is open to anyone who asks for it. The jail keeps these records on file even after a person has been released.
Tips for St. Mary Released Inmates Search
Searching for a released inmate in St. Mary Parish goes faster if you prepare. Have the person's full name ready. A date of birth makes results more exact. Try the VINE roster first. It is free and updates often. If you cannot find the person online, call the jail. Staff can look through their system and give you info over the phone in many cases.
- Use the person's full legal name
- Check the VINE roster at stmary.lavns.org
- Call (985) 395-4500 if you need help
- For state prison records, use the DPS&C locator
- Bring ID if you visit the office in person
Nearby Parishes
These parishes share borders with St. Mary Parish. Each one runs its own jail. If you are not sure where a person was booked, check the booking location before you search.