Caddo Parish Police Records
Caddo Parish police records are maintained primarily by the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office in Shreveport, giving residents several ways to search arrest logs, look up active warrants, check inmate status, and submit formal public records requests for incident and offense reports.
Caddo Parish Police Records Quick Facts
Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office
The Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office serves as the main law enforcement agency for unincorporated areas of the parish and operates the Caddo Correctional Center. The Sheriff's Office is located at 501 Texas Street, Room 101, in downtown Shreveport. Staff handle public records requests for incident reports, arrest logs, and other law enforcement documents. You can reach the office by phone at (318) 675-2170, or visit the website at caddosheriff.org.
Records requests go to the Criminal Records division at the same Texas Street address. You may submit requests in person or by mail. When mailing, address your request to: Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office, Attention: Criminal Records, 501 Texas Street, Room 101, Shreveport, LA 71101. Make sure to include the full name of the subject, relevant dates, and your own contact information so staff can reach you if they need more details.
| Address | 501 Texas Street, Room 101, Shreveport, LA 71101 |
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| Phone | (318) 675-2170 |
| Website | www.caddosheriff.org |
Inmate Lookup and Active Warrants
The Sheriff's Office offers two free online tools that many people find useful before making a formal records request. The first is the inmate lookup page, which shows individuals currently held at the Caddo Correctional Center. Each entry includes the person's age, photo, physical description, booking date, time in custody, and the offenses they are charged with. There is a search field so you can look up a specific name quickly.
The second tool is the Active Warrants page. This lists individuals who are currently subject to court-issued arrest warrants in Caddo Parish. Both tools are available through the Sheriff's website and are updated on a regular basis. They do not replace a formal records request but can give you a quick look at current jail population and outstanding warrants without any fees or forms.
The Caddo Correctional Center sits within the Sheriff's Office complex on Texas Street. Visitation policies and inmate information are available on the Sheriff's website as well.
Caddo Parish Clerk of Court
The Clerk of Court for Caddo Parish maintains a computerized index of criminal records filed in the parish. This includes case filings, judgments, and other court documents tied to criminal proceedings in the 26th Judicial District Court. Both offices are located at 501 Texas Street in Shreveport, making it convenient to visit both in one trip.
Fees at the Clerk's office are set by state law and apply to most document types. Here is a general breakdown:
- Computer printouts: $1.00 per page
- Normal copies: $1.00 per page
- Certified copies: $5.00 per page
- Complete criminal background check (by name): $20.00
- Transcripts: $1.00 per page
| Address | 501 Texas Street, Shreveport, LA 71101 |
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| Phone | (318) 226-6500 |
Louisiana Public Records Law
Public records requests in Caddo Parish are governed by the Louisiana Public Records Act. Under La. R.S. 44:1, any person who is at least 18 years old has the right to inspect or copy public records held by a government agency. Agencies must respond within three business days of receiving a request. If a record is not available or is being withheld, the agency must say so in writing and give the legal basis for the denial.
Not every record is open. La. R.S. 44:3 lists several types that agencies may withhold. These include records tied to pending criminal investigations, records that could reveal undercover operations or the identity of confidential informants, and records involving juveniles. If an investigation is active, the Sheriff's Office may hold back incident reports until the case is closed or charges are filed.
Criminal History Records in Louisiana
Louisiana is a closed-record state when it comes to criminal history. That means full criminal history data is not open to the general public. Under La. R.S. 15:587, access is limited to authorized agencies such as law enforcement, courts, and certain licensed employers.
The Louisiana State Police Bureau of Criminal Identification and Information (LSP BCII-LCJIS) is the central repository for criminal history in the state. The office is at 7919 Independence Blvd, Baton Rouge, and can be reached at (225) 925-6095. If you need a background check through LSP, the fee is $31 plus a $5 technology fee, for a total of $36.
Individuals do have the right to request their own criminal history record. This is called a Right to Review request and is authorized under La. R.S. 15:588. To do this, you will need to be fingerprinted. The LAPS/IdentoGO network operates more than 100 fingerprinting locations across Louisiana, so there is likely a site near Shreveport. Full details on the background check process are available at lsp.org/services/background-checks/.
Crash Reports in Caddo Parish
If you need a crash report from an accident in Caddo Parish, Louisiana State Police handles these at the state level. Reports are available online for crashes that occurred on or after January 1, 2006. The cost is $11.50 plus applicable fees. You must wait at least 15 working days after the date of the crash before submitting a request, since reports take time to process and enter the system.
Fatal crashes are handled differently. For accidents involving a fatality, there is a 60-day waiting period before a report can be released. Fatal crash reports are only available in person at a Louisiana State Police Troop office; they cannot be obtained online. More details are at lsp.org/services/crash-reports/.
Department of Corrections Records
For offenders under state supervision, the Louisiana Department of Corrections makes limited offender information available to the public. Under La. R.S. 15:574.12, you can find basic facts including the person's age, the offense, the date of conviction, the length of the sentence, and any documented misconduct. This does not include full criminal history or investigative files. You can access DOC public information resources at doc.la.gov.
Cities in Caddo Parish
Shreveport is the largest city in Caddo Parish and has its own records page with more city-specific information.
Nearby Parishes
Caddo Parish borders several northwest Louisiana parishes, each with its own sheriff and court system.