Evangeline Parish Inmate Search & Jail Booking Roster
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1. Current Inmate Booking Roster
Showing 171 active custody records for Evangeline Parish • Updated: Sep 01, 2026 13:44 UTC
Records displayed below are gathered from publicly published local agency rosters and do not constitute an official certified court record. An arrest or booking does not indicate guilt or conviction; all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Source: Primary Agency Registry ↗ • Last Indexed: Sep 01, 2026 13:44 UTC
| Full Name | Booking # | Booking Date | Charges | Bond | Demographics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHILLOW, JOLIN J | 250607 | 2025-07-22 | UNAUTHORIZED ENTRY OF AN INHABITED DWELLING | $70,000.00 | Age 34 |
| ARDOIN, STEVEN J | 250557 | 2025-07-08 | HOME INVASION Simple battery of the infirm Simple criminal dam | $252,500.00 | Age 45 |
| O'REILY, JAMES M | 250541 | 2025-07-03 | Pornography involving juveniles | $125,000.00 | Age 19 |
| ALLISON, JEREMIAH J | 250449 | 2025-06-02 | SIMPLE BURGLARY OF AN INHABITED DWELLING CRIMINAL TRESPASS THEFT FTA | $66,250.00 | Age 30 |
| JONES, KEVIN T | 250435 | 2025-05-28 | ATTEMPT SIMPLE BURGLARY OF AN INHABITED DWELLING Simple criminal dam | $258,000.00 | Age 59 |
| HERBERT, EARLINE M | 250236 | 2025-03-31 | Principals Principals Obstruction of justice Accessories after the fact | $640,000.00 | Age 59 |
| HERBERT, LEPOLEON J | 250231 | 2025-03-28 | Molestation of a juvenile Indecent behavior with juveniles Agg. crime against nature Aggravated rape | $6,300,000.00 | Age 58 |
| FONTENOT, RAY C | 250189 | 2025-03-19 | Second degree murder | $2,000,000.00 | Age 34 |
| WALLACE, ARTHUR | 241049 | 2024-12-12 | LODGER FOR COURT FOR OTHER JURISDICTION | — | Age 36 |
| GALLOW, ELRICK J | 241040 | 2024-12-11 | Second degree murder | $1,000,000.00 | Age 54 |
| THOMAS, CALEB C | 241042 | 2024-12-11 | ATTEMPTED 2ND DEGREE MURDER Second degree murder FTA Illegal carrying of weapons FTA FTA | $3,785,750.00 | Age 23 |
| MARQUESS, CHRISTOPHER J | 240932 | 2024-11-04 | Second degree murder | $1,500,000.00 | Age 33 |
| GALLOW, LEE | 240876 | 2024-10-15 | POSS WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE SCH II NARCOTICS POSS WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE SCH II NARCOTICS POSS WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE SCH II NARCOTICS Illegal carrying of weapons Produce, distribute or possess with intent to distribute Schedule V CDS POSS WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE SCH II NARCOTICS Prohibited Acts; False Representation Illegal use of currency cds | $1,140,000.00 | Age 53 |
| CHARLES, MALIK O | 240850 | 2024-10-09 | Possession of firearm / FELON Illegal carrying / discharge of weapons Second degree murder SECOND DEGREE MURDER/ACCESSORIES AFTER THE FACT | $4,300,000.00 | Age 26 |
| HALL, LEO | 240739 | 2024-09-04 | LODGER FOR COURT FOR OTHER JURISDICTION | — | Age 35 |
| VIDRINE, JORDAN C | 240487 | 2024-06-24 | Aggravated rape Oral | — | Age 28 |
| FONTENOT, BRYSON V | 240421 | 2024-06-05 | ATTEMPT 1ST DEGREE MURDER | $500,000.00 | Age 27 |
| CHARLES, ARTRAVION T | 230746 | 2023-10-18 | ATTEMPT 1ST DEGREE MURDER Assault by drive-by shooting | $275,000.00 | Age 20 |
| GUILLORY, JOSEPH D | 221171 | 2022-12-14 | In Custody | $150,000.00 | Age 53 |
| GUILLORY, JIMMY P | 220080 | 2022-01-31 | Assault by drive-by shooting ATTEMPT SECOND DEGREE MURDER Aggravated criminal dam | — | Age 43 |
| SCOTT, GERTIE M | 200685 | 2020-10-02 | Second degree murder | — | Age 44 |
2. Jail Facility Information
3. How to Search for an Inmate in Evangeline Parish
To locate an individual detained in Evangeline Parish, follow standard public record intake search procedures:
- Online Booking Roster: Search the roster table above using the inmate's full legal first and last name.
- Verify Booking Details: Review the booking date, charges, assigned booking number, and bond status.
- Intake Phone Verification: If the individual was arrested recently (within the last 2 to 6 hours), they may still be undergoing central intake and booking processing before appearing on the public index.
4. Bail & Bond Release Information
Bail amounts in Evangeline Parish are established by judicial bail schedules or set by a magistrate judge during an initial appearance arraignment.
5. Commissary & Inmate Account Deposits
Detainees in Evangeline Parish can use funds deposited into their commissary trust accounts to purchase hygiene products, approved snacks, writing materials, and postage.
- Online Electronic Deposits: Available through authorized payment processors.
- Lobby Kiosks: Self-service kiosks located in the detention facility public lobby accepting cash and credit/debit cards.
- Money Orders: Must be made payable to the inmate with their assigned booking number. Personal checks are not accepted.
6. Inmate Mail & Phone Communication Rules
All incoming correspondence is inspected for contraband by facility security staff prior to delivery.
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Prohibited items: cash, stamps, stickers, glitter, perfumed paper, polaroid photos, and packages without prior authorization.
7. Visitation Rules & Scheduling
Visitation policies in Evangeline Parish require advance registration. Visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitor list.
8. Courthouse & Case Docket Records
Formal criminal charges, arraignment schedules, and court case dockets for individuals arrested in Evangeline Parish are maintained by the local Clerk of Court.
️ 9. Surrounding & Regional County Jails
If an individual cannot be located in Evangeline Parish, check custody records in surrounding regional county facilities:
10. Frequently Asked Questions
How do I search for someone in Evangeline Parish custody?
To locate an inmate detained in Evangeline Parish, use the custody roster directory above or check the primary detention facility portal. You will generally need the individual's full legal name and date of birth or booking number to verify current housing status.
What information is needed to locate an inmate?
At minimum, the individual's legal first and last name is required. Having additional identifiers such as their date of birth, booking number, or arrest date ensures faster and more accurate verification.
How does bail and bond posting work in Evangeline Parish?
Bail is established according to the local judicial bond schedule or determined by a judge during an initial arraignment hearing. Bail can typically be posted in cash directly at the jail bonding window or through a state-licensed bail bond surety agent.
How do I deposit money into an inmate's commissary account?
Funds can generally be added to an inmate's commissary account online via approved electronic payment providers, through electronic kiosks in the facility lobby, or by mailing a postal money order clearly marked with the inmate's full name and booking ID.
What are the rules for sending mail to an inmate?
Incoming mail must be addressed with the inmate's full legal name and booking ID, accompanied by a complete return address. Letters must be on plain paper; contraband, polaroids, stickers, cash, and scented items are strictly prohibited by facility security.
How do inmate phone calls and communications work?
Detainees cannot receive incoming phone calls. Inmates may place outbound collect calls or use prepaid calling accounts set up by family members through the facility's contracted inmate telephone service provider.
What are the general rules for visiting an inmate in Evangeline Parish?
Visitors must be on the inmate's pre-approved visitor list and present valid, unexpired government-issued photo identification (such as a driver's license or passport). Minors must be accompanied by an adult legal guardian.
How do I find court hearing dates for someone arrested in Evangeline Parish?
Court dates, case dockets, and scheduled appearances are maintained by the Evangeline Parish Clerk of Court. Case records can be looked up through the county court docket search or by contacting the clerk's criminal division.
Is inmate arrest and booking information a matter of public record?
Yes. Under state open records statutes and Freedom of Information laws, criminal arrest logs and detention rosters are public records unless sealed or expunged by formal judicial court order.
What should I do if an indexed public record has an error or has been expunged?
If your criminal case was dismissed, sealed, or expunged, or if you wish to request record removal from our directory index, please submit documentation via our Record Removal Request page.
11. Data Source & Directory Disclaimers
This directory compiles public custody data from published agency sources in Evangeline Parish, Louisiana. This website is not affiliated with any law enforcement or government department.
FCRA Notice: We are not a Consumer Reporting Agency under 15 U.S.C. § 1681. Information may not be used for employment, housing, or credit decisions. To submit a removal request for sealed or expunged records, visit our Record Removal Request page.
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