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Guide to Houma Jail, Louisiana

Overview of Houma Jail

Houma Jail is a local detention facility located in Houma, Louisiana, primarily used to confine individuals awaiting trial or those serving short-term sentences. It serves the community of Terrebonne Parish and operates under the local police department's jurisdiction.

Contact Information

Address: 500 Honduras Street, Houma, LA 70360, USA

Phone Number: +1 985-873-6300

Website: Not Available

Email: Not Available

Locating an Inmate

To find an inmate housed at Houma Jail, you should call the jail's administration at +1 985-873-6300 directly for immediate information.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation at Houma Jail is allowed, but you must first be on the inmate's visitation list. Visitors are required to present valid government-issued photo identification. You should call the jail administration for the specific visiting hours and regulations.

Sending Money to Inmates

Family and friends wishing to send money to inmates can do so via money orders, which can be mailed to the jail or delivered during visitation hours. Please contact Houma Jail directly for details on the payment process.

Phone Calls and Video Visitation Options

Inmates at Houma Jail are allowed to make outgoing phone calls through a service provider contracted by the jail. Incoming calls to inmates are not permitted. Video visitation options are not clearly mentioned; please verify this by contacting the facility directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

The jail may offer various programs and services such as educational, religious, and counseling programs, subject to availability and resources.

History of the Facility

The historical details about Houma Jail are not readily available. For more in-depth historical information, it is recommended to contact local historical societies or the police department.

Security and Management Information

Houma Jail is managed by the Houma Police Department, ensuring the safety and security of both inmates and staff by adhering to state and federal regulations specific to jail management.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What items can be brought to inmates?

A: Only items approved by the jail administration (typically clothes and books) can be brought in, and they are subject to search. Contact the jail for a specific list of allowed items.

Q: How can I find out if someone is detained at Houma Jail?

A: You can find out if someone is detained at Houma Jail by calling the facility's direct line at +1 985-873-6300.

Famous Inmates

No information is available about famous inmates from Houma Jail. This section will be updated if relevant information becomes available.

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General Stats for Louisiana

Louisiana Total Number of Inmates

58,634

Louisiana Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

27,898

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

564

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

21,566

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

5,997

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

95.3

24,849

Female

4.7

1,225

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

61.47

426

Detained

38.1

264

Diverted

0

0

Prisons and Jails in Louisiana