Jena, LA LaSalle ICE Processing Center View
LaSalle ICE Processing Center is an immigration detention facility in Jena, Louisiana, in La Salle County. It is operated by The GEO Group under contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The facility primarily holds adult immigration detainees in ICE custody, including people awaiting immigration hearings, transfer, or removal. It is not a typical parish jail for local criminal bookings, though detainees may have pending criminal or immigration-related matters. Its role is to support federal immigration custody and processing in the region rather than serve as the main local detention center for La Salle Parish.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at LaSalle ICE Processing Center
Members of the public can use the official inmate search link on this page to look for someone held at the facility. Rosters and locator systems typically list identifying details such as the person’s name, booking or custody date, charges or case type when available, and current custody status. For ICE detainees, searches may also use an A-number or country of birth. Records usually do not appear immediately after arrival because intake and processing can take several hours. If the person is not listed, check again later or contact the facility or ICE field office for guidance.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at LaSalle ICE Processing Center?
Visit rules are set by the facility and may require advance scheduling. Call ahead or check the official visitation information before traveling, because visiting hours, approval steps, and rules can change.
What do I need to bring when visiting LaSalle ICE Processing Center?
Visitors generally need a valid government-issued photo ID. Bring only approved items, arrive early for screening, and follow dress code and conduct rules set by the facility.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
People in custody usually cannot receive incoming calls, but they may be able to make outgoing calls through the facility’s phone provider. Video calling, if available, must be arranged through the approved service and may require an account.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Mail should include the person’s full name and any required identification number, along with the facility’s mailing address. Do not send prohibited items, and expect mail to be inspected according to facility rules.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows people in custody to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to add funds through the approved deposit service, but limits and fees may apply.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at LaSalle ICE Processing Center?
For immigration cases, bond may be set by ICE or by an immigration judge, and it is different from criminal court bail. If bond is granted, payment is usually handled through ICE procedures rather than directly through the facility.
What happens during the intake process at LaSalle ICE Processing Center and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, complete paperwork, screen for medical and safety needs, and assign housing. It can take several hours for records to become searchable, so the person may not appear in the system right away.