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Madison Correctional Facility, La
Also known as: Madison Parish Detention Center
Physical Address
158 Treatment Plant RdTallulah, LA, 71282 Find inmate search, visitation, mail, phone, and commissary information for Madison Correctional Facility in Tallulah, LA. Use this guide to confirm facility details and next steps.
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Sending Commissary
How to Send Money to Someone at David Wade (Using JPAY & Money Orders)
Want to help someone at David Wade cover commissary and daily expenses? You'll need to go through JPAY. Here are the two most common options—online deposits and mailed money orders—plus tips to avoid delays.
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Visitation
What to Bring (and Leave Behind) When Visiting David Wade Correctional Center
Keep it simple when visiting David Wade Correctional Center. Bring your picture ID, one car key or keyless device, and a small amount of change in a clear bag or small plastic container. Planning to buy food? Bring one credit or debit card. Lock everything else in your vehicle.
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Visitation
How to Visit Facility
Visiting David Wade Correctional Center takes some planning, but it's straightforward once you know the schedule. The key is timing your trip around the facility's set visiting days and check-in cutoffs.
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Visitation
- All visitors aged 18 or older must present an acceptable photo ID each time they visit.
- Offenders in intake status are generally not allowed visitation during the intake period (typically the first 30 days).
- Visitors and their property are subject to searches including metal detectors, ion scanning, and K‑9 units; refusal to be searched may result in denial of the visit.
Communication
- People in custody at Madison Correctional Facility can make outgoing collect calls only, and calls are usually limited to about 15 minutes.
- Securus Technologies provides telephone services for the facility and lists customer service at 1-800-844-6591 for billing or call issues.
- Phone, video, and electronic messaging are handled by approved third‑party vendors, and the vendor determines registration and payment steps.
Sending Commissary
- Madison Correctional Facility uses JPAY for all deposits to incarcerated people.
- Deposits may be made via the vendor website/app, telephone, facility kiosks, MoneyGram locations, or by mailed money order.
- Visitors shall not give any money directly to an incarcerated person; funds must be deposited through approved methods.
Inmate Lookup
- Madison Correctional Facility inquiries can be initiated through Louisiana’s LAVNS or by calling the Imprisoned Person Locator at 225-383-4580 with the person’s DPS&C number.
- Start searches with the state LAVNS or the Louisiana DOC offender locator and search by name, location, or offender ID.
- If a person isn’t listed in state systems, check local parish or city jail booking rosters for the jurisdiction where they were arrested.
Facility Info
- All visitors, including minors, are subject to searches and screening methods such as metal detectors and K-9 units.
- Offenders in intake status are typically not allowed visits during the intake period, generally the first 30 days.
- Prospective visitors must complete the Application for Visiting Privileges (Form C-02-008-A) to be approved for visits.
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Topic Overviews
Visitation
Getting approved to visit Madison Correctional Facility starts with the Application for Visiting Privileges (Form C-02-008-A). The person you're visiting must send you this form—faxed applications aren't accepted. Every visit, adults 18 and older need a photo ID: a state driver's license, state photo ID, active-duty military photo ID, or passport. If your loved one is in intake, visits typically aren't allowed during the first 30 days. If intake extends beyond that, you can request a special visit with approval. Be ready for screening—staff may search vehicles, property, and people using metal detectors, ion scanning, and K-9 units. Refuse a search and your visit ends. Contraband is strictly prohibited: no electronic devices, alcohol, tobacco, or controlled substances. Limited prescribed life-saving medication may be allowed if you notify staff.
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People in custody at Madison Correctional Facility can only make outgoing collect calls, usually limited to about 15 minutes each. When a call comes through, you can accept or refuse the charges. Securus Technologies handles phone service for the facility—for billing questions or call problems, contact them at 1-800-844-6591. Phone, video, and electronic messaging run through approved third-party vendors, and sign-up and payment steps depend on which vendor is used. For remote services, you'll typically need to create an account and add funds before calls or messages can go through. Expect outgoing calls and electronic communications to be monitored. Incoming calls are restricted.
Sending Commissary
Madison Correctional Facility uses JPAY for all money deposits. You can add funds through JPAY's website or app, by phone, at facility kiosks, at participating MoneyGram locations, or by mailing a JPay money order. Never give cash directly to someone during a visit—all deposits must go through JPAY or another approved vendor. Mailing a JPay money order for a Louisiana inmate? Send it to JPay PO Box 531370, Miami Shores, FL 33153 and follow JPAY's instructions exactly. Before sending money, double-check the person's state, facility name, and inmate ID/CCN. Mailed money orders go through vendor intake and may take time to post.
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How do I get approved to visit someone at Madison Correctional Facility?
To get approved, complete the Application for Visiting Privileges (Form C-02-008-A). The offender must provide the form, faxed applications aren’t accepted, and you should confirm you’re on the person’s approved visiting list before you go.
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What ID do I need to bring to visit at Madison Correctional Facility?
If you’re 18 or older, you must bring a photo ID each time you visit. Accepted IDs include a state driver’s license, state photo ID card, active-duty military photo ID, or a passport.
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Can I bring a cellphone or camera into the visiting room?
No. Cellphones, cameras, and other electronic devices are considered contraband and are prohibited during visits, including items like SIM cards, memory chips, batteries, and chargers.
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How do inmates at Madison Correctional Facility make phone calls?
People in custody make outgoing collect calls only. Calls are usually limited to about 15 minutes, and you can accept or refuse the charges when the call comes in.
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Who do I contact about billing or problems with calls from Madison Correctional Facility?
Phone service is provided by Securus Technologies. For billing questions or call issues, contact Securus customer service at 1-800-844-6591.
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Can I receive incoming calls from someone at Madison Correctional Facility?
Incoming calls are generally restricted—you won't be able to call them directly. Communication happens primarily through outgoing collect calls, and electronic communications are typically monitored.
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Madison Correctional Facility in Louisiana allows in-person visits for approved visitors. The facility follows standard visiting procedures that balance security requirements with visitor access.
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