Access Terrebonne Parish Released Inmates

Released inmates records in Terrebonne Parish are managed by the sheriff's office in Houma. Terrebonne is a large parish in southeast Louisiana known for its coastal marshes and bayous. The Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office runs the local jail and logs every booking and release. Searching for released inmates here can be done online through the VINE system or by contacting the sheriff's office. This page walks you through all the tools, phone numbers, and steps you need to find released inmates data tied to Terrebonne Parish and the surrounding area.

Terrebonne Sheriff and Released Inmates

The Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office is the primary agency for released inmates records in this area. The office is located at 7856 Main Street in Houma. Call (985) 876-2500 to reach them. You can fax the office at (985) 857-0245. The sheriff manages law enforcement for the entire parish, which spans over 2,500 square miles when you count water area. The office runs the Terrebonne Parish Jail, where all bookings and releases take place. Jail staff track every intake and every release, and that data feeds into the public tools available online.

The Terrebonne Parish Jail is at the same location. The jail phone is (985) 876-2500. This facility holds inmates from across the parish. When someone gets released, the jail updates its records. Those updates then show up in the VINE system and other tools that pull from the jail's data. If you need to confirm a release or get a specific date, call the jail directly. Staff can check and give you an answer in most cases.

The screenshot below shows the Louisiana DPS&C offender information page. This resource covers people who were transferred from Terrebonne Parish to state prison custody.

Use this tool to search for people who may have moved from the parish jail to a state facility.

Search Terrebonne Released Inmates Online

The Terrebonne Parish VINE roster is the primary online tool for checking released inmates records. This tool is part of the Louisiana Automated Victim Notification System. VINE stands for Victim Information and Notification Everyday. Data for parish jails updates about every 15 minutes. You can search by name, ID number, or case number. The system shows custody status, so you can tell if someone is still in jail or has been released. You can also register for alerts that notify you when an inmate's status changes.

The statewide version of this tool is at VINELink. Call 1-866-528-6748 for the phone line. This is a free service that covers all 64 parishes in Louisiana. It includes both parish jails and state prisons. VINE does not track warrants and may not display charge details for every facility. For charge info on a Terrebonne Parish released inmate, call the jail at (985) 876-2500.

Records on the Terrebonne roster follow the standard LAVNS format. You will see the inmate's name, custody status, and booking details. Some records may also include charges and bond amounts. The data comes from the jail's own system and is pushed to VINE on a regular basis.

Terrebonne Parish State Inmate Records

People from Terrebonne Parish who get sent to state prison have their records managed by the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections. The DPS&C runs all state prisons and tracks people on parole or probation. Use the offender information page to search for people in state custody. The automated phone locator is at (225) 383-4580. You need a name and date of birth or a DPS&C number to use it.

Under R.S. 15:574.12, state prison records are mostly confidential. The only facts the state can share are age, offense, conviction date, sentence length, and misconduct while locked up. To request more, file under R.S. 44:1, the Louisiana Public Records Act. Mail the request to DPS&C at P.O. Box 94304, Baton Rouge, LA 70804, or email docpublicrecords@la.gov.

Note: The DPS&C public records line is (225) 342-6744 for questions about state-held released inmates data.

Requesting Terrebonne Released Inmates Records

To get released inmates records from Terrebonne Parish, contact the sheriff's office. You can go in person to 7856 Main Street in Houma during business hours. Written requests by mail are accepted too. Standard copying fees apply. Call (985) 876-2500 before you visit so you know what the costs are and what info to bring.

Under R.S. 44:3, booking records in Louisiana are public. The booking log from the Terrebonne Parish Jail is open to anyone who requests it. Arrest records have some restrictions until a person is found guilty or enters a plea. But basic booking data, including the person's name, charges, and custody status, is available. Older records may take longer to pull, especially if they have been archived. The office staff are typically willing to help if you explain what you need.

Tips for Terrebonne Released Inmates Search

Searching for a released inmate in Terrebonne Parish is straightforward if you have good info. The person's full name is essential. A date of birth narrows things down fast. Try the VINE roster at terrebonne.lavns.org first. It is free and updates often. If you cannot find the person, call the jail at (985) 876-2500. Staff can run a search in their system.

• Use the person's full legal name
• Check the VINE roster at terrebonne.lavns.org
• Call (985) 876-2500 if online results are lacking
• State prison records need the DPS&C locator
• Bring ID if you visit the office in person
• Have a booking number or date of birth ready

Cities in Terrebonne Parish

Terrebonne Parish has several communities. Houma is the largest city and the parish seat. Other areas include Gray, Chauvin, Dulac, Montegut, and Schriever. All released inmates from communities in Terrebonne Parish are processed through the Terrebonne Parish Jail. The sheriff's office handles every booking and release for the parish.

Nearby Parishes

These parishes border Terrebonne. Each runs its own jail and keeps separate released inmates records. Confirm the booking parish before you start your search.