Find Union Parish Jail Mugshots
Union Parish jail mugshots are handled by the Union Parish Sheriff's Office and the Union Parish Detention Center, both based in Farmerville. Each arrest in the parish generates a mugshot and a complete booking record. Union Parish does not maintain a dedicated online inmate search tool, so the LAVNS portal and direct contact with the sheriff's office are the best ways to find jail mugshots. You can call the sheriff at 318-368-3122 for information about current or past inmates. The detention center uses the same number for booking inquiries.
Union Parish Quick Facts
Union Parish Sheriff and Jail Mugshots
The Union Parish Sheriff's Office is located at 202 R.B. Tanner Drive in Farmerville. The office serves as both the administrative headquarters and the base for law enforcement operations across the parish. The Union Parish Detention Center operates from the same campus. All jail mugshots for the parish are taken at this facility during the booking process.
Union Parish is a rural area in north Louisiana. The population is modest, and the booking volume reflects that. But every arrest still produces a detailed booking record. The detention center logs every arrest. The booking file includes the person's full name, date of birth, physical description, last known address, arrest date and time, arresting agency and officer, all charges filed, bond information, booking number, and a mugshot. Under Louisiana's public records law, La. R.S. 44:1, most booking records are classified as public documents.
The sheriff's office and detention center share the phone number 318-368-3122. This is the number to call for any questions about Union Parish jail mugshots, current inmates, or booking records.
| Sheriff's Office | 202 R.B. Tanner Drive, Farmerville, LA 71241 Phone: 318-368-3122 |
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| Detention Center | Union Parish Detention Center, Farmerville, LA 71241 Phone: 318-368-3122 |
Note: Union Parish jail mugshots and booking records are maintained at the detention center in Farmerville for all arrests within the parish.
Looking Up Union Parish Jail Mugshots
Union Parish does not have a sheriff's office website with an inmate search feature. For a parish this size, that is not unusual. The main online tool for finding Union Parish jail mugshots is the LAVNS system. LAVNS is the Louisiana Victim Notification System. It hosts inmate rosters for parishes across the state, including Union Parish.
The LAVNS roster shows current inmates with their names, dates of birth, race, gender, and booking dates. You search by selecting the first letter of the person's last name and browsing the results. The site is free to use and requires no registration. It only shows people currently in custody. The jail roster is free to view. Released inmates will drop off the active list.
The Union Parish LAVNS page lets you check who is in the detention center at any given time.
Given the small size of the parish, the roster may have relatively few entries at any time. If the person you need is not on the list, they may have been released. Call the sheriff's office at 318-368-3122 for help.
A mugshot search on LAVNS is the fastest free way to check Union Parish inmate records online. The jail records staff can also help by phone.
Note: Union Parish inmate search results on LAVNS only reflect current jail bookings and do not include released individuals.
Requesting Union Parish Booking Records
When the LAVNS roster does not have what you need, contact the sheriff's office directly. Phone is the easiest method for a parish this size. Call 318-368-3122 and explain what records you are looking for. Staff can search the jail roster system and let you know what booking records are available.
You can also submit a written request. Send it to the Union Parish Sheriff's Office at 202 R.B. Tanner Drive, Farmerville, LA 71241. Include the person's full name, estimated arrest date, and date of birth if you know it. Under La. R.S. 44:1, the custodian of records must respond to public records requests within a reasonable time. There is no required form. A simple letter or note will work.
In-person visits are another option. Go to the sheriff's office on R.B. Tanner Drive during business hours. Bring a valid photo ID. The staff can pull up jail records while you are there. Booking photos and arrest details stay on file at the facility. La. R.S. 44:3 does list some exceptions to public access, particularly for active investigations and juvenile cases. But standard adult booking records and Union Parish jail mugshots are generally available to the public.
La. R.S. 44:700 also applies. This statute regulates how mugshots can be used commercially in Louisiana. It does not block access for personal, legal, or journalistic reasons. Union Parish follows these state-level rules.
Union Parish arrest records and jail mugshots remain on file at the detention center after an inmate is released. You can request these booking records at any time.
Note: Union Parish jail mugshots and arrest records for adults are public under Louisiana law, with limited exceptions for ongoing investigations.
Union Parish Jail Mugshots Through State Databases
If someone arrested in Union Parish has been transferred to a state prison, the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections maintains an offender search tool at doc.louisiana.gov. This covers inmates in state custody and shows details about their sentence, current facility, and projected release date. It does not cover people still in the parish jail.
VINELink at vinelink.com allows you to search for inmates across Louisiana. You can also register for email or phone alerts when someone's custody status changes. This is especially useful if you want to know when a person gets released or moved to a different facility.
The statewide LAVNS site at lavns.org links to all participating parish rosters from one page. The IBC system run by Louisiana State Police at ibc.dps.louisiana.gov offers criminal history background checks that may include arrest records from Union Parish. This service has a fee and is more thorough than a simple mugshot search.
Union Parish jail mugshots tied to state convictions may show up in these databases. An inmate search at the state level covers people who have left the parish detention center.
Visiting Union Parish Detention and Jail Records
For information about visitation hours, mail policies, and inmate accounts at the Union Parish Detention Center, call 318-368-3122. The jail has set visitation days and times. You will need a valid photo ID to visit. Rules about what you can bring in and what inmates can receive may vary, so call ahead to get the latest details. Each arrest creates a booking record with a mugshot that is stored in the jail records system.
Mail sent to inmates should include the person's full legal name and be addressed to the Union Parish Detention Center in Farmerville, LA 71241. All mail is subject to inspection. Do not send cash or prohibited items. Letters and approved photos are generally accepted, but check with the jail for any specific restrictions.
The Union Parish jail keeps all booking records and mugshots on file. Contact the detention center for any questions about jail records or inmate information.
Nearby Parishes
Union Parish borders several other parishes in north Louisiana. If the arrest took place in a neighboring area, you will need to check that parish's jail roster for the booking record and mugshot.