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Quick Facts
- Facilities will not disclose by phone whether someone is on an imprisoned personâs approved visiting list; confirm approval directly with the imprisoned person.
- Use VINELink/LAVNS or the Louisiana DOC offender locator to confirm where someone is housed before calling a facility.
- Request ADA accommodations from the facility in advance of your visit.
- The Departmentâs visitation rules are set out in regulation OPâCâ9; visitors may refer to that regulation for detailed requirements.
Common Questions
Will David Wade Correctional Center tell me by phone if Iâm on an imprisoned personâs approved visitors list?
No. Facilities typically wonât disclose by phone whether youâre on an imprisoned personâs approved visiting list. Ask the imprisoned person directly to confirm your approval.
How can I find out which facility someone is being held at before I call David Wade Correctional Center?
Use VINELink/LAVNS or the Louisiana DOC offender locator to confirm where the person is housed before calling. You can also start at the Louisiana DOC website for official statewide contact pages and district information.
How do I request ADA accommodations for a visit at David Wade Correctional Center?
Request ADA accommodations from the facility in advance of your visit so staff can make the needed arrangements.
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