Avoyelles Parish Criminal History

Avoyelles Parish criminal history records are held by the Sheriff's Office and Clerk of Court in Marksville. The 12th Judicial District Court processes all criminal cases filed in the parish. This page walks you through the local offices that manage criminal records in Avoyelles Parish, how to search them, and what state resources are available for those who need a full Louisiana criminal history that goes beyond just Marksville or the 12th District.

Avoyelles Parish Sheriff's Office

Sheriff David Dauzat leads the Avoyelles Parish Sheriff's Office, located at 675 Government St, Marksville, LA 71351. The sheriff's office is the main law enforcement agency for the parish and handles all arrests and bookings that originate in Avoyelles. When someone is booked into the Avoyelles Parish jail, that arrest record enters the local system. Over time it may become part of the statewide Louisiana Computerized Criminal History (LACCH) system under LA R.S. 15:587.

The sheriff's office can be reached by phone at (318) 253-4000 and by fax at (318) 253-7435. The website is avoyellesso.com. If you need to ask about a specific booking or current jail status, start here. The office handles requests during normal business hours and can tell you what records they hold and how to access them.

Avoyelles is a mid-size central Louisiana parish. The sheriff covers a wide rural area including Marksville and the surrounding communities. Law enforcement coordination with local police departments in incorporated areas also falls under the sheriff's broad jurisdiction for certain matters.

Avoyelles Parish Clerk of Court

The Clerk of Court is where Avoyelles Parish criminal case records live after charges are filed. The 12th Judicial District Court handles all felony and misdemeanor criminal cases in Avoyelles, and the clerk keeps those files. If you need a charging document, a plea agreement, a verdict, or a final disposition for a criminal case in Avoyelles Parish, the clerk's office in Marksville is where to look.

The clerk is at 312 N Main St, Marksville, LA 71351. Mail goes to P.O. Box 219, Marksville, LA 71351. Phone is (318) 253-7523. Fax is (318) 253-9663. The website is avoyellesparishclerkofcourt.com. In-person visits are the most reliable way to search for records. Staff can look up cases by name or case number and print copies for a fee. Certified copies cost more than plain copies but may be required for legal use.

Criminal court records in Avoyelles Parish are public under La. R.S. 44:1 and La. R.S. 44:32, with narrow exceptions for sealed or expunged records. You do not need to be a party to the case to look up records. Bring a photo ID and the name of the person whose records you need.

How to Search Avoyelles Parish Criminal Records

Criminal record searches in Avoyelles Parish start at the Clerk of Court in Marksville. Walk-in searches during office hours work best. Bring the full name of the person whose records you need, an approximate year, and a date of birth if you have it. Having a case number makes the search much faster. For older cases, the file may be archived, so it is smart to call ahead at (318) 253-7523 before driving to Marksville to confirm the case is ready to pull.

The clerk can search by name or case number and provide copies or printouts of criminal case records. Fees vary depending on whether you need plain copies or certified copies. Ask about current rates when you call or arrive. Online search options through the clerk may be limited, so the in-person visit is often necessary for complete access.

For arrest records that have not yet led to charges, or for booking data from the jail, contact the Avoyelles Parish Sheriff's Office at (318) 253-4000. The sheriff holds the arrest side of the record, while the clerk holds the court side. Together they cover the full trail of a criminal case in Avoyelles Parish.

Note: A search at the Avoyelles Parish Clerk of Court will only show records from cases filed in the 12th Judicial District. Records from Rapides, Evangeline, or other nearby parishes must be requested from those offices.

Avoyelles Parish Inmate Roster and Jail Data

The Avoyelles Parish Sheriff's Office operates the parish jail. The Louisiana Victim Notification System (LAVNS) provides an online inmate roster for Avoyelles Parish at avoyelles.lavns.org/roster.aspx. The roster shows current inmates and some booking information. It is updated on a regular basis and is useful for confirming recent arrests in Avoyelles Parish.

If you want to be notified when a specific offender is released or moved, LAVNS also offers victim notification alerts. Call 866-528-6748 or visit lavns.org to sign up. This service is free and available statewide. For anyone transferred from the Avoyelles Parish jail to a state prison facility, use the DOC Offender Locator at doc.la.gov. The DOC can also be reached at (225) 383-4580.

Louisiana State Criminal History - Avoyelles Parish

The Louisiana State Police Bureau of Criminal Identification and Information (BCII) manages the LACCH statewide database. This system covers Avoyelles Parish records along with all other parishes. If you need a full Louisiana criminal history and not just what is on file locally in Marksville, the BCII is the right source. BCII is at 7919 Independence Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806. Call (225) 925-6096. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

More information about how the Bureau of Criminal Identification handles background check requests is available at the Louisiana State Police background checks page, which explains the full process for Avoyelles Parish residents and others across the state.

The Louisiana BCII is the central office for criminal history records statewide, covering arrest and conviction data from all 64 parishes including Avoyelles.

Individuals can request their own criminal history under the Right to Review provision in LA R.S. 15:588. The mail fee is $26, payable only by money order or cashier's check. No cash. No personal checks. Send to P.O. Box 66614 Mail Slip A-6, Baton Rouge, LA 70896. In-person requests cost $41, which is $31 state fee plus $10 for fingerprinting. A $5 technology fee was added in December 2024 per LA R.S. 15:587 D(1). Mail turnaround is 15-21 business days. Schedule fingerprinting through the LAPS portal at uenroll.identogo.com.

The Louisiana Department of Corrections offender locator at doc.la.gov tracks state prison inmates. The screenshot below is from that DOC page, which covers individuals who were arrested in Avoyelles Parish and later sentenced to state prison.

The DOC Offender Locator is a free search tool. If someone was arrested in Avoyelles Parish and later sentenced to state prison, the DOC tool will show their current status and location.

Complete background check details are at lsp.org/services/background-checks. Authorized agency checks use the IBC system at ibc.dps.louisiana.gov.

Sex Offender Registry in Avoyelles Parish

The Louisiana State Police run the statewide sex offender registry, which includes Avoyelles Parish. You can search by name or ZIP code to find registered offenders in Marksville or elsewhere in the parish. The registry is at lsp.org/community-outreach/sex-offender-registry. The image below is taken from that registry page.

The sex offender registry is searchable by name, address, or ZIP code and is updated as offenders register, move, or change their status across the state including in Avoyelles Parish.

For registry questions, call 1-800-872-8111. All sex offenders in Avoyelles Parish must register locally through the Sheriff's Office under state law. Failure to register is a separate criminal offense in Louisiana.

Nearby Parishes

Avoyelles Parish sits in central Louisiana and borders several other parishes. If you are not sure where the records you need are held, look at where the arrest or incident occurred.