What is Vernon Parish Arrest Records?
Vernon Parish arrest records are official documents about an individual’s criminal history record within the jurisdiction of Vernon Parish. Arrest records equally describe circumstances that surround an individual’s arrests. It includes information on searches, inquiries, reports, logs, arrest warrants, and mug shots. However, these records do not provide definitive proof of a subject’s involvement in a crime. Thus, they may not replace detailed criminal history information. The Vernon Parish Sheriff Office is the primary custodian of arrest records in Vernon.
Crime Statistics
Louisiana Law Enforcement reported a total of 25,986 violent crimes in 2018. Aggravated assault was the most reported violent crime at 70%. On the other hand, larceny-theft was the most prevalent non-violent crime in the state and accounted for 72.1% of all property crimes. There were also 2085 incidents of rape and 530 incidents of murder in the reported year.
Generally, the overall violent crime rate in Louisiana declined steadily from 2008. The least violent crimes were reported in 2012 with an upward trend until 2016. Since then, the crime rate has declined by 9.9%. On the other hand, there has been a year-on-year decrease in property crimes since 2009. In the last decade, property crimes have decreased by 10.4%, with 2018 as the least reported year.
What are Vernon Parish Criminal Records?
Vernon Parish criminal records are documents of an individual’s criminal history within the Parish’s jurisdiction. These records include documents about an individual’s arrests, warrants, past criminal charges, current criminal charges as well as convictions and sentences.
How Do I Get Vernon Parish Criminal Records?
Unless sealed by state statute or court order, Vernon Parish criminal records, also known as rap sheets, are public records. Members of the public can obtain criminal records and background checks at Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office located at:
1203 South 4th Street
P.O. Box 649
Leesville, La 71446
Phone: (337) 238-1311
Likewise, some third-party service providers allow access to publicly available records online. Since geographical location does not limit search engines, they are useful to search for specific and/or multiple records. However, third-party search engines cannot guarantee record availability since they are not government-sponsored. To query the search engines on third party sites, use:
- The location of the record
- The name of the individual involved (juvenile records are usually unavailable)
How to Find Vernon Parish Sex Offender Information
The Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office maintains the Sex Offender Registry on a web portal. The registry is useful to track convicted and wanted sex offenders. Query the database using either the name, phone number, email address, internet name, or location of the suspected sex offender. The portal also allows searchers to sign up for email alerts and share information with others.
How Do I Visit an Inmate in Vernon Parish Jail?
The Vernon Parish Jail houses all offenders in Vernon Parish. To visit an inmate, go to:
Vernon Parish Jail
203 South Third Street
P.O. Box 649
Leesville, LA 71446
Phone: (337) 238-7232
All visitors must register and schedule visitations at least 48 hours in advance via a web portal or at the jail lobby. The jail allows on-site and video visitations and visitors must be fully and properly dressed. The visitation time on all weekdays is from 8:00 a.m. to 8:50 p.m. Furthermore, visitors must be the inmate’s visitation list and must carry a government-issued ID. Inmates have one 25-minute video visit per week and only a maximum of four people can visit at once. Further information on video visitations is available on the Video Visitation Brochure.
Where and How to Find Vernon Parish Inmate Information
Individuals may call the Vernon Parish Jail directly to request information on a current inmate as the Vernon Parish Jail does not maintain a log current inmates incarcerated at the facility. However, inmate information is accessible on the Offender Search portal. To use the portal, the searcher must know the inmate’s full name.
What are Vernon Parish Court Records?
Vernon Parish Court Records are documents, files, and transcripts of everything that occurs during a legal process. The court generates and maintains them from when a litigant files a case to when a judge delivers a verdict as well as when a party files an appeal. The Clerk of Courts maintains court records in Vernon Parish. To access a court record, the requester must visit the Clerk’s Office in person and present the litigant’s name or case number. Hearing dates are also useful to find court records. Otherwise, the requester may send a written request via mail or email.
Vernon Parish Clerk of Courts
215 South 4th Street
P.O. Box 40
Leesville, LA 71496-0040
Phone: (337) 238-1384
Fax: (337) 239-9902
Email:jskidmore@vernonclerk.com
Location of All Courts in Vernon Parish
This is a list of the addresses and contact information of courts in Vernon Parish:
Vernon 30th Judicial District Court
215 South 4th Street,
P.O. Box 40,
Leesville, LA 71496
Phone: (337) 238-1384
Fax: (337) 238-9902
Leesville City Court
101 West Lee Street,
P.O. Box 1486,
Leesville, LA 71496
Phone: (337) 238-1531
Fax: (337) 392-8582
Justice of the Peace Ward 2
196 Holly Grove Road,
Anacoco, LA 71403
Phone: (337) 239-9175
Justice of the Peace Ward 3
2055 Bonner Road,
P.O. Box 101,
Evans, LA 70639
Phone: (337) 286-5907
Justice of the Peace Ward 4
207 Ray Cook Road,
Leesville, LA 71446
Phone: (337) 537-1967
Justice of the Peace Ward 5
132 P. Lacaze Road,
Pitkin, LA 70656
Phone: (318) 358-5351
Phone: (318) 481-1951
Justice of the Peace Ward 6
P.O. Box 522,
Simpson, LA 71474
Phone: (337) 383-7074
Justice of the Peace Ward 7
4935 Churchman Road,
Pitkin, LA 70656
Phone: (337) 884-4081
Justice of the Peace Ward 8
P.O. Box 111,
Slagle, LA 71475
Phone: (337) 239-2425
Anacoco Mayor’s Court
4973 Main Street,
P.O. Box 280,
Anacoco, LA 71403
Phone: (337) 239-0215
Fax: (337) 238-5550
Hornbeck Mayor’s Court
1083 Hammond Street,
P.O. Box 129,
Hornbeck, LA 71439
Phone: (318) 565-4659
Fax: (318) 565-4228
New Llano Mayor’s Court
109 Stanton Street,
New Llano, LA 71461
Phone: (337) 239-3670
Fax: (337) 239-9091
Rosepine Mayor’s Court
18846 Johnny B Hall Memorial Hwy,
P.O. Box 528,
Rosepine, LA 70659
Phone: (337) 463-8908
Fax: (337) 463-6935
Simpson Mayor’s Court
4464 Hwy 8,
P.O. Box 278,
Simpson, LA 71474
Phone: (337) 383-7731
Fax: (337) 383-7794
What are Vernon Parish Vital Records?
Vital records in Vernon are official documents of all life events that occur within the parish’s jurisdiction. This includes documents that pertain to all births, deaths, marriages, and marriage dissolution. The Clerk of Courts and the Vernon Parish Health Department disseminate specific vital records in Vernon.
Where and How to Get Vernon Parish Divorce Records
The office of the Clerk of Court disseminates divorce or marriage dissolution records in Vernon Parish. Interested individuals must contact the Clerk’s Office to obtain certified copies of divorce records. The Clerk’s Office will provide an estimate for the associated costs.
Direct requests to:
Vernon Parish Clerk of Courts
215 South 4th Street
P.O. Box 40
Leesville, LA 71496-0040
Phone: (337) 238-1384
Fax: (337) 239-9902
Email:jskidmore@vernonclerk.com
Where and How to Get Vernon Parish Marriage Records
The Clerk of Courts disseminates marriage records in Vernon Parish. Interested individuals must contact the Clerk’s Office to obtain certified copies of divorce records. The Clerk’s Office will provide an estimate for the associated costs.
Direct requests to:
Vernon Parish Clerk of Courts
215 South 4th Street
P.O. Box 40
Leesville, LA 71496-0040
Phone: (337) 238-1384
Fax: (337) 239-9902
Email:jskidmore@vernonclerk.com
Where and How to Get Vernon Parish Birth and Death Records
The Clerk of Courts issues birth and death records in Vernon Parish. Likewise, both records are available at the Bureau of Vital Records and Statistics. Only eligible requesters i.e. the immediate family members, may obtain these records. Requests can be made in person and by mail. The standard fee for birth records is $15.00 per copy while death records cost $7.00. However, an additional $0.50 service fee applies to mail requests.
To obtain either record, the requester must fill an application form and tick the record(s) applicable. They must then mail the request in a self-addressed stamped envelope, along with a check or money order and a government-issued photo ID.
Direct requests to:
Bureau of Vital Records and Statistics
P.O. Box 60630
New Orleans, LA 70160
Phone: (504) 593-5100
In addition to government agencies, county public records may also be obtained from third-party websites. These non-government platforms come with intuitive tools that allow for expansive searches. Record seekers may either opt to use these tools to search for a specific record or multiple records. Users are able to search third-party websites remotely for multiple records at a time with just the name of the record subject and their last known location, including the city, county, or state. Third-party sites are not sponsored by government agencies. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.
