Find Criminal Records in Allen Parish
Allen Parish criminal history records are held by local offices in Oberlin and through the Louisiana State Police at the state level. The 33rd Judicial District Court processes all criminal cases filed in Allen Parish. Whether you need arrest data, court dispositions, or a full background check, this page covers the key sources available to residents and others seeking records connected to Allen Parish, Louisiana.
Allen Parish Quick Facts
Allen Parish Sheriff's Office
The screenshot below is from the Allen Parish Sheriff's Office website, the main source for arrest and booking information in the parish.
Sheriff Doug Harvey oversees law enforcement across Allen Parish. The sheriff's office is the first point of contact for criminal bookings in the parish. Every arrest processed through this office becomes part of the criminal record chain. That data can eventually appear in the Louisiana Computerized Criminal History (LACCH) system at the state level.
The mailing address for the Allen Parish Sheriff's Office is P.O. Box 278, Oberlin, LA 70655. Reach them by phone at (337) 639-4353. The fax number is (337) 639-4355. The sheriff's website at allenparishso.org has information about the office and its functions. Allen Parish is a rural parish, so the sheriff's office handles law enforcement duties across a wide area, including unincorporated communities where no city police department operates.
| Sheriff | Doug Harvey |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 278, Oberlin, LA 70655 |
| Phone | (337) 639-4353 |
| Fax | (337) 639-4355 |
| Website | allenparishso.org |
Allen Parish Clerk of Court
The screenshot below is from the Allen Parish Clerk of Court website, which handles criminal case filings and records for the 33rd Judicial District.
After the clerk in Oberlin receives criminal charges, those filings become part of the official court record. The Clerk of Court holds these records for the 33rd Judicial District. You can request criminal case records in person at the courthouse on West 6th Avenue. Staff will search by name or case number and can make copies for a fee. Certified copies cost more but are often needed for legal purposes.
The main office is at 400 W 6th Ave, Oberlin, LA 70655. Mailing address is P.O. Box 248, Oberlin, LA 70655. Phone is (337) 639-4351. Email is clerk@allenparishclerk.org. The website is allenparishclerk.org. Court records in Allen Parish are subject to the Louisiana Public Records Law under La. R.S. 44:1 and La. R.S. 44:32, which generally make criminal court filings available to the public.
| Address | 400 W 6th Ave, Oberlin, LA 70655 |
|---|---|
| Mailing | P.O. Box 248, Oberlin, LA 70655 |
| Phone | (337) 639-4351 |
| clerk@allenparishclerk.org | |
| Website | allenparishclerk.org |
Searching Criminal History Records in Allen Parish
The 33rd Judicial District Court handles all felony and misdemeanor criminal cases in Allen Parish. The court's website at 33jdc.com provides general information about court operations. For detailed case records, you will need to contact the Clerk of Court directly. The court maintains docket information and all associated criminal filings.
To search criminal records in Allen Parish, you can visit the Clerk of Court in person on W 6th Avenue. Bring the full name of the person whose records you are looking for. A date of birth helps narrow results, especially for common names. Case numbers speed up the process when you have them. If you are looking for old records, call ahead so staff can check whether they are archived or still in the active file system.
Allen Parish does not have a large online case search portal, so in-person requests are common. The clerk can print out case summaries or copy specific documents. Fees apply for copies. Certified copies carry a higher fee than plain copies. Ask at the counter about current rates because fees can change.
Note: Criminal records from Allen Parish reflect cases filed in the 33rd Judicial District only and will not include charges from neighboring parishes.
Allen Parish Jail and Inmate Information
The Allen Parish Sheriff's Office operates the parish jail. Booking information is processed through the sheriff's office when an arrest is made in the parish. The LACCH system receives this data and it can become part of a person's Louisiana criminal history under LA R.S. 15:587. The state uses this data for background checks run by authorized agencies through the IBC system at ibc.dps.louisiana.gov.
For inmates currently held in Allen Parish, contact the sheriff's office directly at (337) 639-4353. Booking and release information is handled by jail staff. LAVNS victim notification services are available for those who need to track an offender's release. Call 866-528-6748 or visit lavns.org to set up notifications. The DOC Offender Locator at doc.la.gov covers inmates in state prison who may have started their criminal history in Allen Parish.
State-Level Criminal History Resources for Allen Parish
When a local search is not enough, residents of Allen Parish can request a full Louisiana criminal history through the BCII. This covers all arrests and dispositions statewide, not just those in Oberlin or the 33rd District. The BCII is at 7919 Independence Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, and can be reached at (225) 925-6096. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
Under the Right to Review provision in LA R.S. 15:588, an individual can get a copy of their own criminal history. By mail, send a $26 money order or cashier's check (no cash, no personal checks) to P.O. Box 66614 Mail Slip A-6, Baton Rouge, LA 70896. If you go in person, the cost is $41 total ($31 state fee plus $10 for fingerprinting). Note that a $5 technology fee was added in December 2024 under LA R.S. 15:587 D(1). Processing takes 15-21 business days by mail. Fingerprinting appointments can be made through the LAPS system at uenroll.identogo.com. Complete background check details and BCII forms are at lsp.org.
Sex Offender Registry in Allen Parish
Louisiana State Police maintain the sex offender registry, which covers Allen Parish along with the rest of the state. You can search by name or ZIP code to find registered offenders in Oberlin or other areas of the parish. The registry is at lsp.org/community-outreach/sex-offender-registry. Call 1-800-872-8111 for registry questions. Local sex offender registration in Allen Parish is handled through the Sheriff's Office, where offenders are required to report according to state law.
Nearby Parishes
Allen Parish is surrounded by several other parishes in southwest Louisiana. Criminal records for incidents or arrests in those areas would be held by the corresponding parish offices.