River Correctional Center (ICE) - LaSalle

Private Facility

Last Updated: March 24, 2025
Address
26362 LA-15, Ferriday, LA 71334
Beds
602
County
Concordia Parish
Phone
318-757-2154
Fax
318-757-4140

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River Correctional is for Private Facility offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for Medium facility.

The phone carrier is NCIC Inmate Telephone Services, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.

If you are seeking to send your inmate money for commissary, one recommended for this facility is TigerCommissary There is a fee for sending money, see their rates and limitations.

If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

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You can support your loved ones at River Correctional on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 318-757-2154.

Located in Ferriday, LA, River Correctional operates as a private contractor with various government agency agreements providing state-minimum custody requirements. Programs are offered to all custody levels, including work release residents focused on reentry success. With a strong emphasis on rehabilitation, River Correctional provides comprehensive educational and vocational opportunities. Onsite amenities include dietary, health, fitness, educational, religious, and recreational services. Regular inspections ensure compliance with government standards, ensuring the facility's continued operation.

The River Correctional Center is a medium-security facility managed by LaSalle Corrections. With a capacity to house approximately 600 adult male inmates, the center operates under the authority of the Concordia Parish Sheriff's Office and is overseen by Warden Robert Tanner. As part of a cluster of correctional facilities that includes the Concordia Parish Correctional Facility and the Concordia Parish Work Release Center, the River Correctional Center plays a critical role in securely housing detainees for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

LaSalle Corrections is committed to transforming lives by implementing evidence-based and innovative programming solutions designed to support inmates from booking through re-entry. The organization provides a comprehensive range of programs and services to ensure the secure processing, housing, treatment, and reintegration of inmates into society. Beyond standard amenities such as outdoor recreation, telephone access, and commissary services, LaSalle facilities offer opportunities for continuing education, participation in rehabilitative programs, vocational skill development, and even the potential to earn additional income, all aimed at fostering positive outcomes and successful reintegration.

Individuals unable to post bail within the first 24 hours must appear before a judge, where charges are formally presented, and bond is set. Upon arrival, detainees undergo intake procedures, including property inventory, medical screening, and booking. They are then assigned housing based on the classification of their charges, whether felony or misdemeanor, ensuring effective management and security. Good behavior may lead to lower classifications and additional privileges, while infractions result in stricter classifications and fewer liberties. Inmates serving as trustees assist with facility tasks such as food preparation, laundry, and commissary, earning minimal compensation or sentence reductions for their efforts.

The facility is designed with "pods," which include individual cells, a common area with sturdy tables and seats, and access to an enclosed outdoor recreation space. Inmates spend designated times in their cells and communal areas, engaging in activities such as reading, playing games, or watching television. Movement beyond the pod, including visits to the commissary, library, or recreation area, is conducted under constant supervision by unarmed correctional officers. The jail environment is generally less stressful than that of a state prison, as sentences are typically shorter.

The Parish Jail offers a phone program for outgoing calls only. While collect calls can be costly, families may set up prepaid accounts through third-party services, which often include additional fees. You might qualify for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. All calls are recorded, so discussing sensitive legal matters is discouraged. Inmates may also receive books and magazines directly from publishers to prevent contraband, and personal letters or selfies can be sent through an app starting at $8.00.

Weekly commissary services allow inmates to order essentials, with increased spending limits on holidays. Indigent inmates are provided with basic hygiene items, stamps, and writing materials at no cost.

Select inmates may participate in community service programs, contributing valuable labor while developing job skills and accountability. These opportunities are reserved for individuals demonstrating good behavior and cooperation with facility staff. Participation in such programs not only benefits the community but can also lead to sentence reductions, encouraging inmates to maintain positive conduct during their incarceration.

Inmate Locator

To utilize the Inmate Search page on InmateAid, begin by selecting the relevant prison facility in Louisiana. This allows you to view the current list of inmates housed at River Correctional Center (ICE) - LaSalle.

The second section features the InmateAid Inmate Search tool, providing a user-generated database of inmates. You can access this resource to utilize any of InmateAid's services. If you require assistance in creating an inmate profile to maintain communication, please contact us at aid@inmateaid.com, and we'll gladly help you locate your loved one.

As a last resort, you might have to pay for that information if we do not have it. The Arrest Record Search will cost you a small amount, but their data is the freshest available and for that reason, they charge to access it.

Visitation Information

The River Correctional Center offers multiple visitation options for detainees, including in-person family visits, attorney consultations, video teleconferencing, and special arrangements for consular and clergy visits. The policies ensure security while facilitating meaningful connections and legal support for detainees.

Friends and Family Visits

Family and friends may visit detainees seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Appointments must be scheduled in advance, with calls to arrange visits accepted Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Visitation is available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with sessions lasting one hour. If visitation demand is low, visitors may be allowed up to two hours.

Visitors are required to arrive 15-30 minutes before their scheduled time to complete security processing. All visitors must present valid government-issued identification, and minors must be accompanied by an adult guardian. Visits are limited to contact visits, and any violations of rules, such as appearing intoxicated or attempting to pass items, will result in denial of visitation.

Attorney Visits

Legal representatives may meet detainees in person or via video teleconference (VTC). Attorney visits are permitted daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with confidentiality ensured during consultations. To schedule VTC appointments, attorneys must email VAV_River@lasallecorrections.com with the required documentation, including legal credentials and proposed times. Appointments must be arranged at least 24 hours in advance, with sessions lasting 30-60 minutes.

Legal representatives may exchange documents electronically when necessary by coordinating with facility staff. Fax numbers for document exchange are provided upon request during virtual visits.

Consular and Clergy Visits

Consular officials may visit their detained nationals at any time but are encouraged to arrange visits in advance with the ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer at (318) 992-1600. Clergy may also visit detainees but must coordinate with the Chaplain’s Office at (318) 757-0622 beforehand.

Search Procedures and Restrictions

All visitors are subject to pat-down searches, metal scans, and inspections of belongings. Electronic devices, weapons, and items for detainees are strictly prohibited in the secure areas of the facility. Visitors who refuse security checks will not be allowed entry. These policies ensure safety while promoting connections between detainees and their families, legal representatives, and support networks. For additional details or to schedule visits, contact the River Correctional Center directly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Private Prisons – FAQs

  1. What is a private prison?
      A private prison is a correctional facility owned and operated by a private corporation under a contract with federal, state, or local governments. These facilities house inmates in exchange for a per-inmate daily fee, which the government pays to the company. Private prisons handle security, food, medical care, and rehabilitation programs, but their goal is to operate profitably, which has led to controversy over cost-cutting measures that may affect inmate welfare.

  2. How do private prisons differ from public prisons?
      Unlike state or federal prisons, which are directly operated by government agencies, private prisons function as for-profit businesses. While they must follow contracted guidelines, they often have different staffing policies, fewer rehabilitation programs, and more cost-cutting measures to increase profitability. Public prisons are held directly accountable to taxpayers and elected officials, whereas private prisons are accountable to shareholders and company executives.

  3. Who owns private prisons?
      The two largest private prison companies in the U.S. are:

    • CoreCivic (formerly Corrections Corporation of America - CCA)
    • The GEO Group
      These companies manage numerous facilities nationwide, contracting with state correctional departments, the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Some smaller companies, such as Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and LaSalle Corrections, also operate private correctional facilities.
  4. Do private prisons have different security levels?
      Yes, private prisons operate minimum, medium, and maximum-security facilities, though they primarily house low to medium-security inmates due to contractual limitations. Inmates with violent criminal histories or severe disciplinary problems are often transferred to government-run facilities because private prisons lack the infrastructure and staffing for high-risk populations.

  5. Are private prisons more dangerous than public prisons?
      Multiple studies have shown that private prisons experience higher rates of violence, inmate assaults, and staff turnover than government-run facilities. Cost-cutting measures in staffing and training lead to:

    • Fewer correctional officers per inmate
    • Lower wages lead to high turnover and inexperienced staff
    • Reduced medical care access, contributing to untreated illnesses and mental health crises
      However, some private facilities claim to have lower incident rates due to strict behavioral screening of inmates before placement.
  6. Why do governments use private prisons?
      Governments contract with private prisons to reduce overcrowding, lower operational costs, and provide flexibility in managing inmate populations. When state or federal prisons reach capacity, private prisons act as overflow facilities, housing inmates until space becomes available in public institutions. Some states rely heavily on private prisons due to budget constraints and lack of funding to build new government-run facilities.

  7. Which states use private prisons?
      As of recent reports, the states with the largest private prison populations include:

    • Texas (over 12,000 inmates)
    • Florida (over 10,000 inmates)
    • Arizona (about 8,000 inmates)
    • Georgia (over 7,000 inmates)
      Some states, including California, Illinois, and New York, have banned private prisons for housing state inmates but still allow federal contracts for immigration detainees.
  8. How are private prisons funded?
      Private prisons generate revenue through contracts with government agencies, which pay a fixed daily rate per inmate housed. Additional revenue streams include:

    • Inmate phone services (provided by companies like GTL and Securus, with high per-minute rates)
    • Commissary sales (charging premium prices for snacks, hygiene products, and personal items)
    • Inmate work programs (where inmates are paid as little as $0.12 per hour for labor)
    • Medical co-pays (some facilities charge inmates for non-emergency medical visits)
  9. Do private prisons save taxpayers money?
      Supporters argue that private prisons reduce costs through lower staff wages, fewer pension benefits, and operational efficiencies. However, critics claim these cost savings come at the expense of safety, rehabilitation, and inmate care. Reports indicate that private prisons cut corners on healthcare, food quality, and staffing, which may increase long-term costs due to higher recidivism rates and legal challenges.

  10. Can private prison inmates make phone calls?
      Yes, inmates can make outgoing calls using prepaid phone services such as GTL (ViaPath), Securus, NCIC, Paytel, and IC Solutions. Calls are monitored and recorded, and rates vary by state. Some facilities offer video visitation services, but these are often costly for families.

  11. How do families send money to inmates in private prisons?
      Funds can be deposited through JPay, Western Union, MoneyGram, or facility-approved JailATM kiosks. Private prisons often outsource financial transactions to third-party companies that charge higher fees than public institutions.

  12. Do private prisons offer education and rehabilitation programs?
      Programs vary by contract, but many private prisons offer GED courses, vocational training, and substance abuse counseling. However, these programs are often underfunded, and inmate participation may be limited due to facility staffing shortages.

  13. Do private prisons house federal inmates?
      Yes, private companies contract with the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to house federal and immigration detainees. However, in 2021, the Biden administration ordered the DOJ to phase out private prison contracts for BOP inmates, reducing their role in federal incarceration.

  14. What happens if a private prison contract is terminated?
      If a state or federal agency ends a contract, inmates are transferred to public facilities or another private facility. Some private prisons are repurposed for detention centers, mental health facilities, or immigration housing.

  15. Are private prisons subject to the same oversight as public prisons?
      Private prisons must comply with state and federal laws, but they are not subject to the same transparency requirements as public facilities. Some states audit private prisons to ensure compliance, while others allow more operational secrecy due to corporate protection.

  16. Can inmates transfer from private to public prisons?
      Transfers depend on contract terms, inmate classification, and bed availability. Some inmates are transferred if security risks arise, while others remain in private facilities until their sentence is completed.

  17. Do private prisons have higher recidivism rates?
      Studies suggest that private prisons have higher recidivism rates due to fewer rehabilitation programs, lack of mental health support, and profit-driven incentives to keep beds full.

  18. Why are private prisons controversial?
      Critics argue that private prisons prioritize profit over inmate welfare, leading to:

  • Staffing shortages and high officer turnover
  • Inadequate medical care and long delays in receiving treatment
  • Higher rates of violence and assaults
  • Minimal educational and vocational programs
    These concerns have led to state and federal efforts to reduce reliance on private prisons.

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