Finding someone at West Baton Rouge Detention: how to use the online jail roster

The West Baton Rouge jail roster is hosted on the roster site, and the page is built for quick scanning. You’ll see an alphabetical filter (A–Z) you can use to narrow the list by last name, along with a “Show All” option to view everyone at once. The page also includes a “Last updated” timestamp so you can tell how recently the roster was refreshed. If you want ongoing updates after you find the right person, the roster also offers an option to register anonymously to be notified when an offender’s custody status changes.

1. Open the roster and find the filter bar - look for the A–Z letters and the “Show All” option.
2. Start with the first letter of the last name - select the matching letter to shrink the list to a more manageable set of names.
3. Scan for spelling variations - if you don’t see the name, try nearby letters (for example, a “Mc” name may not be where you expect) and double-check the spelling you were given.
4. Use “Show All” when you need the full list - this can help if you’re unsure of the last name spelling, but it may be longer to scroll.
5. Check the “Last updated” line before you assume anything - if the roster hasn’t updated recently, the person may simply not be posted yet.
6. Consider custody-status notifications once you’ve found the person - if the page offers an anonymous registration option, it can help you keep track of changes without repeatedly refreshing the roster.

On the West Baton Rouge roster page, you’ll see a “Last updated” timestamp that tells you when the roster was most recently published. One example shown on the page is: “Last updated: 1/27/2026 9:30:53 PM Central Time.” That line is there to help you judge timing - especially if you’re checking shortly after an arrest or transfer and you’re not sure whether the roster has caught up yet.

If the person you’re looking for doesn’t show up right away, it doesn’t automatically mean they aren’t there. West Baton Rouge Parish Detention Center provides jail services for all law enforcement agencies in West Baton Rouge Parish, which means people can be brought in from different agencies and then processed into the same system.

Volume can also play a role. The Detention Center handles approximately 3,400 bookings in a single calendar year, so intake and data entry are happening constantly. Depending on timing, a newly booked person may not appear on the public roster immediately, even if they’ve already arrived at the facility.

Next Steps

• ✓ Re-check the roster using the A–Z filter, then “Show All” if you’re unsure of spelling
• ✓ Look at the “Last updated” line each time you search so you know how fresh the list is
• ✓ If you find the person, consider registering anonymously for custody-status change notifications

If you still can’t locate the person on the roster, the most reliable next step is direct verification through official channels - either the law enforcement agency involved or the detention facility. Keep any details you have handy (full legal name, date of birth if known, and approximate arrest date) so staff can confirm whether the person is in custody and help you understand what to check next.