Vernon Parish Criminal History Records
Vernon Parish criminal history records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office and Clerk of Court in Leesville, Louisiana. Anyone looking to search criminal records in Vernon Parish can contact local offices for arrest data and court case files, or request a full statewide background check through the Louisiana State Police Bureau of Criminal Identification and Information. The 30th Judicial District Court handles all criminal filings in Vernon Parish, and records are generally open to the public under Louisiana law.
Vernon Parish Quick Facts
Vernon Parish Sheriff's Office
The Vernon Parish Sheriff's Office is the main law enforcement agency in the parish and is based in Leesville. The sheriff's office handles arrests, bookings, and jail operations. When someone is booked into the Vernon Parish jail, that data enters the local system and can eventually flow into the Louisiana Computerized Criminal History (LACCH) system maintained by the Louisiana State Police. Criminal history at the parish level starts with the sheriff's booking process.
The physical office is at 1203 S 4th St, Leesville. The mailing address is P.O. Box 649, Leesville, LA 71496. Main phone is (318) 238-1311. Fax is (318) 238-4987. The jail has a separate line at (318) 238-7232, which is the best number to call if you need to find out whether someone is currently held in the Vernon Parish facility. The sheriff's office website is at vpso.org.
Vernon Parish is home to Fort Johnson (formerly Fort Polk), which brings a significant military population to the area. This can affect the mix of criminal cases filed in the parish, as both civilian and military law enforcement operate in the area. Military-related offenses may be handled through military courts rather than the 30th Judicial District, so keep that in mind when searching Vernon Parish records.
| Address | 1203 S 4th St, Leesville, LA 71496 |
|---|---|
| Mailing | P.O. Box 649, Leesville, LA 71496 |
| Phone | (318) 238-1311 |
| Fax | (318) 238-4987 |
| Jail Phone | (318) 238-7232 |
| Website | vpso.org |
Vernon Parish Clerk of Court - Criminal Case Files
Clerk Jeff Skidmore manages the Vernon Parish Clerk of Court in Leesville. This office holds all criminal case records filed in the 30th Judicial District. Records include charging documents, pleas, verdicts, and final dispositions. If you need the court-side view of a criminal history in Vernon Parish, the clerk's office is where to start.
The office is at 215 S 4th St, Leesville, LA 71446. Mailing is P.O. Box 40, Leesville, LA 71446. Phone is (318) 238-1384. Fax is (318) 238-9902. The clerk's website is at vernonparishcoc.com. Staff can search for cases by name or case number. In-person searches let you view documents and request copies or certified versions at the counter. Call ahead if you think the case is more than ten years old so staff can prepare.
Vernon Parish has an online records indexing tool at cotthosting.com/lavernon. This may help you find case index information before visiting in person. For statewide court records across Louisiana, you can also check the Louisiana Clerks of Court portal at laclerksportal.org.
Under La. R.S. 44:1 and La. R.S. 44:32, court records in Louisiana are public unless a specific exemption applies. Most criminal records, including charges, pleas, and sentences, are open. Juvenile records and sealed cases are restricted. The clerk can tell you if a specific record is restricted and why.
| Clerk | Jeff Skidmore |
|---|---|
| Address | 215 S 4th St, Leesville, LA 71446 |
| Mailing | P.O. Box 40, Leesville, LA 71446 |
| Phone | (318) 238-1384 |
| Fax | (318) 238-9902 |
| Website | vernonparishcoc.com |
Searching Vernon Parish Criminal History Records
The most direct way to find criminal records in Vernon Parish is to contact the Clerk of Court in Leesville. Staff can look up cases by name or case number and help you get plain or certified copies of documents. Having the full name of the person and the approximate year of the case speeds up the search. A case number is even better if you have it.
The online indexing tool at cotthosting.com/lavernon may allow you to search case index data before visiting in person. This can save time if you just need to confirm whether a case exists in Vernon Parish. The portal does not always show full case documents, so you may still need to contact the clerk for copies.
For current inmate information, contact the Vernon Parish jail at (318) 238-7232. Booking records at the jail level feed into the LACCH system over time, so recent bookings may not show immediately in a state-level background check. If you need a full picture of someone's criminal history across Louisiana, use the Louisiana State Police BCII service rather than local records alone.
Note: Vernon Parish records cover only what was filed in the 30th Judicial District. Cases in other parishes or in federal court will not appear in a local search.
Louisiana State Criminal History Resources for Vernon Parish
The screenshot below is from the Louisiana State Police BCII background check page, which outlines how to request a full criminal history record from the state. This is the main resource for Vernon Parish residents who need a statewide criminal background check.
The BCII database covers arrests and dispositions from all 64 parishes, including Vernon Parish, under LA R.S. 15:587. This is the right source when you need a complete criminal record that goes beyond what is stored in local court files.
BCII is at 7919 Independence Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806. The phone is (225) 925-6096. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Vernon Parish residents can request their own criminal history under the Right to Review provision in LA R.S. 15:588. By mail, the fee is $26, paid by money order or cashier's check. Send to P.O. Box 66614 Mail Slip A-6, Baton Rouge, LA 70896. In-person costs $41 total. A technology fee of $5 was added in December 2024 under LA R.S. 15:587 D(1). Mail processing takes 15-21 business days. For fingerprinting appointments, use the LAPS portal at uenroll.identogo.com. Authorized online requests go through the IBC portal at ibc.dps.louisiana.gov.
Vernon Parish DOC Offender Locator and Sex Offender Registry
The screenshot below is from the Louisiana DOC offender information page, which allows anyone to search for individuals currently serving a state sentence tied to a Vernon Parish case or any other Louisiana conviction.
The DOC offender locator tool is useful when someone has been sentenced to state prison following a Vernon Parish conviction. You can search by name to find current custody status and facility location.
The Louisiana State Police sex offender registry covers all 64 parishes, including Vernon Parish. Search by name, address, or ZIP code at lsp.org/community-outreach/sex-offender-registry. For questions about a specific offender, call 1-800-872-8111. Local registration for sex offenders in Vernon Parish is handled through the Sheriff's Office. If you believe someone is failing to register as required, contact the sheriff's office at (318) 238-1311 or the state registry hotline.
Nearby Parishes
Vernon Parish sits in west-central Louisiana and borders several other parishes. If you are searching for records and are not sure which parish handled the case, check where the person was living or where the incident took place.