Search Vermilion Parish Jail Roster
The Vermilion Parish jail roster shows who is currently held at the Vermilion Parish Jail in Abbeville. This roster is maintained by the Vermilion Parish Sheriff's Office and can be searched through the LAVNS online system. You can look up inmates by name to see charges, booking dates, and custody status. The jail roster updates regularly so the information stays current. If you need to find someone who was recently arrested in Vermilion Parish or check on an inmate, the online roster and the jail phone line are your two best options.
Vermilion Parish Jail Quick Facts
Vermilion Parish Sheriff's Office
The Vermilion Parish Sheriff's Office manages the jail and keeps the inmate roster up to date. The office is located at 101 S State St in Abbeville. You can call (337) 893-0871 for general inquiries. The sheriff's office handles all law enforcement duties across the parish, including patrol, investigations, and court services.
The jail itself sits at a different address from the main office. "The Vermilion Parish Jail's address is: 14202 Allen Bares Jr. Drive, Abbeville, LA 70510." All inmates booked into the Vermilion Parish system are held at this location. When deputies make an arrest anywhere in the parish, the person gets transported here for booking and processing.
| Agency | Vermilion Parish Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Office Address | 101 S State St, Abbeville, LA 70510 |
| Office Phone | (337) 893-0871 |
| Jail Phone | 337-898-4430 |
| Website | vpso.net |
How to Search Vermilion Parish Inmates
The primary way to search the Vermilion Parish jail roster is through the LAVNS portal. Visit vermilion.lavns.org to see who is currently in custody. "Vermilion Parish Jail Jail facility Jail Roster." The site lets you search by name. Each listing shows the inmate's charges, booking date, and current status. You can also register for alerts if you want to know when someone's custody status changes. "Click to register anonymously to be notified upon any changes in this offender's custody status."
The following screenshot shows the Vermilion Parish inmate roster on the LAVNS portal.
The roster page lists each person held at the Vermilion Parish Jail with their name, charges, and booking details. Click any name for a more detailed view.
You can also use VINELink to search for Vermilion Parish inmates. "Vinelink.com serves as a national database for inmate tracking." Both LAVNS and VINELink pull from the same data source. Pick whichever one you find easier to use. The phone option works too. Call 1-866-528-6748 to check on an inmate through the automated system.
"For direct inquiries, calling the Vermilion Parish Jail at 337-898-4430 remains a straightforward option. This line is operational 24 hours a day." If you can't find someone online, calling the jail is always a solid backup. Staff can confirm if a person is in custody and give you basic booking information.
Note: The online roster may not show inmates who were booked in the last few hours while processing is still underway.
Booking at Vermilion Parish Jail
After an arrest in Vermilion Parish, the person is brought to the jail on Allen Bares Jr. Drive. Booking starts right away. Staff take photos, fingerprints, and personal details. Charges get logged into the system. A bond amount is set based on the offense. Once all of this is done, the inmate appears on the Vermilion Parish jail roster.
The whole process can take several hours. During busy times it may take longer. If you are trying to find someone who was just picked up, give it some time before checking the roster. You can always call the jail at 337-898-4430 to ask if a specific person has been booked. The line runs around the clock so you can call at any hour.
Vermilion Parish Jail Roster and Public Records
Under Louisiana law, jail rosters are public records. LSA-R.S. 44:1 says most government records are open to the public. The Vermilion Parish jail roster fits this definition. Anyone can search it. You do not need to be a relative or give a reason for looking.
The LAVNS system exists because of LSA-R.S. 15:574.12. This law created the victim notification program and requires parishes to share inmate data with the state. That is why the Vermilion Parish jail roster shows up on the LAVNS website. The law also covers phone notifications and email alerts for people who register. LSA-R.S. 15:1229 sets broader rules for criminal justice information sharing across Louisiana.
Juvenile records are handled differently. Under LSA-R.S. 14:405, records for people under 18 are not included on the public jail roster. If a juvenile is arrested in Vermilion Parish, their information will not appear in the online system.
Contact Vermilion Parish Jail
The Vermilion Parish Jail is at 14202 Allen Bares Jr. Drive in Abbeville. The phone number is 337-898-4430. Call any time of day or night. Staff can answer questions about inmates, bonds, and visiting.
If you plan to visit someone at the jail, call first to check on the current schedule. You will need a valid photo ID. No phones, bags, or weapons are allowed inside. The jail may have rules about what clothing visitors can wear. It is best to ask ahead of time so there are no problems when you get there. For case-related questions, contact the Vermilion Parish Clerk of Court or speak with an attorney.
Cities in Vermilion Parish
Vermilion Parish includes Abbeville, which serves as the parish seat. Other towns in the parish include Kaplan, Gueydan, Erath, and Delcambre. All arrests made within Vermilion Parish go to the Vermilion Parish Jail. There are no separate city jails. Whether someone is arrested in Kaplan or Erath, they appear on the Vermilion Parish jail roster.
Nearby Parishes
These parishes border Vermilion Parish. If you are not sure which parish handled an arrest, check the location where it took place. Each parish keeps its own jail roster.