What Happened to In-Person Visits at Plaquemines Parish Detention Center (current policy and next steps)

Plaquemines Parish's Corrections Division is currently not allowing outside visitors into the Correctional Center. Under the current posted notice, you will not be able to enter the facility for an in-person visit.

1. Get the Inmate Visitation Application - The facility provides an “Inmate Visitation Form” through its Corrections page.
2. Fill it out completely - Use the information requested on the application so staff can review your request.
3. Mail the application back to the Correctional Center - Send it to the address listed on the form (the facility instructs visitors to mail it back to the Correctional Center at the address on the application).

While in-person visits are suspended, mail is one reliable way to stay in contact. Address your envelope to: Plaquemines Parish Detention Center P.O. Box 67 Pointe-a-la-hache, LA 70082 On the address line for the person you're writing, include the inmate's name, their PPSO number, and their dorm. Those details help staff route your letter to the right person.

• ✓ PPSO Chaplain Program: spiritual guidance and assistance is available through the PPSO chaplains.
• ✓ Captain Mark Sauer: msauer@ppso.net, 504-934-6787
• ✓ Chaplain Terry Bell: tbell@ppso.net, 504-813-8445

If you need to confirm the latest status or ask a question, call the Detention Center’s main switchboard at 504-934-7600. If no one answers, call 504-682-4668 for assistance.

Before you make the drive, confirm the visitation status close to the day you plan to travel. The facility's posted notice says outside visitors are not allowed into the Correctional Center at this time, but policies can change without much warning. Call the main switchboard at 504-934-7600. If no one picks up, try 504-682-4668 for assistance.