Rayne Jail

About Rayne Jail

Rayne Jail is a city jail operating under the municipal government of Acadia Parish, Louisiana. City jails primarily house individuals who have been recently arrested and are awaiting arraignment, trial, or sentencing. They also hold individuals serving short sentences of typically one year or less.

Rayne Jail is administered by the city's law enforcement or corrections department and plays a central role in the local criminal justice system. The facility provides booking, classification, medical screening, and basic services to newly arrested individuals. Programs available may include substance abuse counseling, GED preparation, and pre-release planning, depending on the inmate's length of stay.

Family members can contact inmates housed at Rayne Jail through approved mail, phone calls, and scheduled visitation. Because city jails process a high volume of short-stay inmates, visiting procedures and phone setup should be initiated as early as possible. Review the communication sections below for current options.

Facility Type and Security Level

Rayne Jail operates at a medium level of security as a city detention facility. The facility is managed by the Acadia Parish law enforcement department and follows local and state regulations for inmate safety and facility management.

Contact Rayne Jail Administration

Phone

Call the facility directly at 337-334-4215 during regular business hours for questions about inmate status, visiting hours, and facility policies.

Fax

Send documents to the facility by fax at 337-334-6636 for legal correspondence and visitation applications.

How to Contact an Inmate at Rayne Jail

Send Mail

Address mail to:

Phone Calls

Phone calls are managed through Securus Tech. Inmates make outgoing collect calls only. Set up a prepaid account before calls can be received. All calls are recorded. Read our inmate phone guide for setup instructions.

How to Send Money

Use one of the following approved methods to deposit into the inmate's trust account:

Louisiana inmates use a trust account to purchase items from the prison commissary and fund phone communications. The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections uses JPay as its primary deposit platform.

Method 1 — JPay (Online & Mobile, Recommended)

• Visit JPay.com or download the app: Android iOS
• Search for your inmate by Louisiana DOC number or name. Pay by debit or credit card.
• Funds post within 24–48 hours on business days.

Method 2 — JPay Phone

• Call JPay at 1-800-574-5729 (available 24/7) to deposit by phone.

Method 3 — JPay Kiosk (In-Person)

• Many Louisiana DOC facilities have JPay kiosks near the lobby or visiting area.
• Kiosks accept debit and credit cards. Funds typically post immediately.

Method 4 — MoneyGram

• Visit any MoneyGram location or go to moneygram.com.
• Louisiana DOC MoneyGram Receive Code: 8714
• Provide the inmate's name, DOC number, and facility to the agent.

Method 5 — Money Order by Mail (USPS Only)

• Download the Louisiana deposit form and include it in the envelope.
• Mail via USPS to:
  JPay
  PO Box 531370
  Miami Shores, FL 33153
• Processing time: 5–10 business days after receipt.

Read our full inmate money guide for detailed instructions.

Visitation Guide for Rayne Jail

Visiting an inmate at a city jail requires advance approval. Contact the facility at 337-334-4215 to confirm current visiting hours and procedures before arriving.

Getting Approved

All visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitor list. Download the visitor application for your state and submit it to the facility in advance. Read our complete visitation guide before your first visit.

Visitation Rules

• All adult visitors must present a valid government-issued photo ID.
• Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an approved adult at all times.
• All visitors are subject to search before entering the visiting area.
• Dress code: no revealing clothing, no gang-affiliated colors, no inmate-style clothing.
• No food, beverages, electronic devices, or cameras permitted in the visiting area.
• Facility staff may deny or terminate any visit for safety or security reasons.

Visitation Timings

Hours are approximate. Confirm current hours with the facility before traveling.