East Feliciana Parish Criminal History

East Feliciana Parish criminal history records are kept by the Sheriff's Office and the Clerk of Court in Clinton, Louisiana. If you need to search criminal records in this parish, you can access arrest logs, court case files, and inmate data through local offices and state databases. The 20th Judicial District Court processes all criminal case filings for East Feliciana Parish, and the Louisiana State Police Bureau of Criminal Identification and Information provides statewide background check services that cover all 64 parishes.

East Feliciana Parish Sheriff Criminal Records

Sheriff Jeff Travis heads the East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office at 11315 Bank Street in Clinton. The sheriff's office is the primary law enforcement agency for the parish and handles arrests, bookings, and jail operations. When someone is booked here, that record enters the local system and is eventually reported into the Louisiana Computerized Criminal History (LACCH) database managed by the state under LA R.S. 15:587. Criminal history data in East Feliciana Parish starts at the sheriff's booking desk.

The civil office line is (225) 683-8572. For prison and patrol matters, call (225) 683-3313. A 24-hour non-emergency line at (225) 683-5459 is available around the clock if you need to check custody status after hours. The fax number is (225) 683-8823. You can also reach the office by email at jtravis@efpso.org. Mailing address is P.O. Box 207, Clinton, LA 70722.

The East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office website provides contact details and public-facing resources for residents.

The sheriff's office website is a useful first stop when you need to confirm contact information or ask about current jail procedures before you call.

East Feliciana Parish Clerk of Court Criminal Filings

The Clerk of Court for East Feliciana Parish keeps all criminal case records filed through the 20th Judicial District Court. The office is at 12305 St. Helena Street in Clinton, with a mailing address at P.O. Drawer 599, Clinton, LA 70722. Call (225) 683-5145 to ask about records, copy fees, or current office hours before making the trip. Fax is (225) 683-3556. Email contact is david@eastfelicianaclerk.org.

Criminal case files at the clerk level include charging documents, pleas entered, verdicts, sentences imposed, and other court filings tied to a specific case. These are generally public records under La. R.S. 44:1 and La. R.S. 44:32, which give any person the right to inspect and copy records unless an exemption applies. Juvenile records are closed to the public under state law. Records sealed by court order are also restricted. If you are unsure whether a specific file is accessible, clerk staff can tell you before you come in.

Staff can search by full name or case number. Having a name and an approximate year helps narrow the search. The East Feliciana Parish Clerk of Court website has more details about the office and its services.

The clerk's office in Clinton handles criminal case dockets, judgment records, and document copies for the 20th Judicial District.

Searching East Feliciana Criminal History Records

East Feliciana Parish is a smaller parish with limited online public search tools. Most criminal record searches happen by phone or in person at the Clinton courthouse. For active warrants and recent arrests, call the Sheriff's Office at (225) 683-3313. For court case files and judgment copies, contact the Clerk of Court at (225) 683-5145. Both offices are in Clinton, so one trip can often cover what you need from each.

For current inmate status, the Louisiana Victim Notification System provides an online roster at eastfeliciana.lavine.org. The roster is updated as bookings and releases happen, so it reflects who is currently in custody at the East Feliciana Parish jail. LAVNS also lets crime victims sign up for alerts when an offender's custody status changes. Call 866-528-6748 or go to lavns.org to enroll in the notification service.

For a statewide criminal history check that covers all 64 parishes, individuals can request their own record from the Louisiana State Police Bureau of Criminal Identification and Information (BCII) under the Right to Review process in LA R.S. 15:588. A local search at the clerk or sheriff only shows East Feliciana Parish records. If the person has a history in other parishes, those records will not appear here.

Note: All BCII payments must be by money order or cashier's check. Cash and personal checks are not accepted and will delay your request.

Louisiana State Criminal History Resources

The Louisiana State Police Bureau of Criminal Identification and Information (BCII) maintains the statewide LACCH database. This system collects arrest and disposition data from law enforcement agencies and courts across all 64 parishes, including East Feliciana. If you need a complete picture of someone's Louisiana criminal history, BCII is the source to use. Local records are just one part of the full picture.

BCII is at 7919 Independence Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806. The phone is (225) 925-6096. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. East Feliciana Parish residents can request their own record under the Right to Review provision in LA R.S. 15:588. By mail, the fee is $26. Send a money order or cashier's check payable to Louisiana State Police to P.O. Box 66614 Mail Slip A-6, Baton Rouge, LA 70896. In-person requests cost $41 total, which includes a $31 state fee and a $10 fingerprint charge. A $5 technology fee took effect December 1, 2024, under LA R.S. 15:587 D(1). Mail processing takes 15 to 21 business days. For fingerprinting appointments, schedule at uenroll.identogo.com.

The Louisiana State Police background checks page covers how to submit a personal criminal history request and what to expect during the process.

The LSP BCII page at lsp.org/services/background-checks lists required forms, fees, and mailing instructions for individuals submitting a Right to Review request from anywhere in Louisiana, including East Feliciana Parish.

Authorized agencies can access the LACCH system through the IBC portal at ibc.dps.louisiana.gov. The general public does not have access to that system. Louisiana is a closed record state under LA R.S. 15:587, meaning the full database is restricted to authorized entities only.

DOC Offender Locator for East Feliciana Parish

People sentenced to longer terms after conviction in East Feliciana Parish are often transferred to a Louisiana Department of Corrections facility. The DOC manages multiple prisons and work release centers across the state. When an inmate moves from the parish jail to a DOC facility, they will no longer appear in local jail records but can be found through the state system.

The Louisiana DOC offender information tool lets you search for people in state custody by name or DOC number. Visit doc.la.gov/imprisoned-person-programs-resources/offender-information/ to run a search. The DOC main line is (225) 383-4580. If you are a victim and need to track an offender's location, LAVNS at lavns.org will alert you when their status changes.

Sex Offender Registry in East Feliciana Parish

The Louisiana State Police manages the sex offender registry for all parishes, including East Feliciana. You can search by name, address, or ZIP code to find registered offenders in Clinton and surrounding areas. The registry is free to use at lsp.org/community-outreach/sex-offender-registry. For questions or to report a registration violation, call 1-800-872-8111. Local sex offender registration in East Feliciana Parish is handled through the Sheriff's Office.

The registry is updated as offenders move, register, or have their status changed by the court. If you think someone is out of compliance, contact the Sheriff's Office at (225) 683-8572 or call the state hotline.

Nearby Parishes

East Feliciana Parish borders several other parishes in the Florida Parishes region. If you are not sure which parish holds the records you need, check where the person lived or where the incident took place.