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Police records in Baton Rouge are maintained by the Baton Rouge Police Department and the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office; other agencies, such as Louisiana State Police, may hold certain crash or highway enforcement records. Records may include arrest records, incident and offense reports, accident and traffic accident reports, call-for-service logs, citations, booking records, and related dispatch or case information. Members of the public generally may request existing public records under Louisiana Public Records Law, but access depends on the agency holding the record, whether the record is available, and required privacy protections. Records connected to active investigations, juveniles, medical details, victims, confidential sources, or court-sealed matters may be withheld or redacted. Availability and format can vary by agency and by the status of the case.

How to Request Police Records in Baton Rouge

To request police records in Baton Rouge, contact the records or public records unit of the Baton Rouge Police Department, the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office, or the agency that handled the incident. Requests may be accepted through an online public records portal, in person, by mail, by email, or by phone for instructions. Provide as much detail as possible, such as the report number, incident date and time, location, names of involved people, vehicle information for crashes, and the type of report requested. Agencies may charge fees for printed pages, electronic copies, certified copies, media files, or staff time allowed by law, and payment may be required before release. Under Louisiana Public Records Law, records should be made available if not in active use; if not immediately available, the custodian generally must respond or explain availability within three business days. The agency may contact the requester by phone, email, or mail if clarification, identification, or payment is needed. Some records may be redacted, delayed, or denied, particularly those tied to open investigations, juvenile matters, protected personal information, or court restrictions, and this is normal under Louisiana public records law.

Baton Rouge Police Departments

Baton Rouge Police Department

Type: City / Municipal Agencies

Address: 9000 Airline Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70815

Phone Number: (225)-389-2000

Email: brpdinfo@brgov.com

Website: http://brgov.com/Dept/brpd/

Central Police Department

Type: City / Municipal Agencies

Address: 13421 Hooper Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70818

Phone Number: (225)-367-1254

East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office

Type: Parish Agencies

Address: 8900 Jimmy Wedell Drive , Baton Rouge, LA 70807

Phone Number: (225)-389-5000

Website: http://www.ebrso.org/SHERIFF.aspx

Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services

Type: State Agencies

Address: 627 N. Fourth St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Phone Number: (888)-524-3578

Email: DCFS.Webmaster.DCFS@LA.GOV

Website: http://www.dss.louisiana.gov/#2

Louisiana Department of Corrections

Type: State Agencies

Address: 504 Mayflower Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Phone Number: (225)-342-6740 / Fax: (225)-342-3095

Website: http://dps.louisiana.gov/

Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality

Type: State Agencies

Address: 602 N. Fifth Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Phone Number: (866)-896-5337 / Fax: (225)-219-3971

Email: webmaster-deq@la.gov

Website: http://www.deq.louisiana.gov/

Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals

Type: State Agencies

Address: 628 N. 4th Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Phone Number: (225)-342-9500 / Fax: (225)-342-5568

Email: ldhwebinfo@la.gov

Website: http://www.dhh.louisiana.gov/

Louisiana Department of Justice

Type: State Agencies

Address: 1885 N. Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70804

Phone Number: (225)-326-6000 / Fax: (225)-326-6096

Email: CivilInfo@ag.louisiana.gov

Website: https://www.ag.state.la.us/Contact

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development

Type: State Agencies

Address: 1201 Capitol Access Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Phone Number: (225)-379-1232 / Fax: (225)-379-1863

Email: dotdcs@la.gov

Website: http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Pages/default.aspx

Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries - Enforcement Division

Type: State Agencies

Address: 2000 Quail Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70898

Phone Number: (225)-765-2800

Website: http://www.wlf.louisiana.gov/enforcement

Louisiana State Fire Marshal

Type: State Agencies

Address: 8181 Independence Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Phone Number: (800)-256-5452

Email: Butch.Browning@dps.la.gov

Website: http://sfm.dps.louisiana.gov/

Louisiana State Police

Type: State Agencies

Address: 7919 Independence Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Phone Number: (225)-925-6006

Email: lspweb@dps.la.gov

Website: http://www.lsp.org/

Louisiana State University Police Department

Type: College and University agencies

Address: 211 S Stadium Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70803

Phone Number: (225)-578-3231 / Fax: (225)-578-3421

Website: https://sites01.lsu.edu/wp/lsupd/

Office of the United States Marshal for the Middle District of Louisiana

Type: Other agencies

Address: 777 Florida Street , Baton Rouge, LA 70801

Phone Number: (225)-389-0364

Website: https://www.usmarshals.gov/district/la-m/

Southern University Police Department

Type: College and University agencies

Address: William L. Pass Station, Baton Rouge, LA 70813

Phone Number: (225)-771-2770 / Fax: (225)-771-2770

Email: supd@subr.edu

Website: http://www.subr.edu/index.cfm/page/691/n/425

FAQs

What is included in a police record from Baton Rouge?

A police record may include an incident or offense report, arrest information, crash report, call-for-service details, citation information, booking details, and basic case status information. The exact contents depend on the agency, the type of incident, and what information can be released under Louisiana law.

Are police records in Louisiana public?

Many police records are public records in Louisiana, but access is not unlimited. Agencies may redact or withhold information involving open investigations, juveniles, victims, confidential sources, protected personal data, medical information, or records restricted by a court order.

How long does it take to get a police report in Baton Rouge?

Timing varies by agency and report type. If a record is available and not in active use, it may be provided quickly. If it is not immediately available, Louisiana public records rules generally require the custodian to respond or explain availability within three business days.

How do I find arrest records in Baton Rouge without going to the police station?

You can start by checking online resources from the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office, Baton Rouge Police Department, local court systems, or city-parish public records portals. If the record is not posted online, submit a public records request by email, mail, or an online portal if available.

Can I look up someone’s arrest history in Baton Rouge online?

Some current or recent arrest and jail information may be available online through local sheriff, court, or public records websites. A complete history may not be available in one place, and access may be limited by expungements, sealed records, data retention rules, and privacy restrictions.