Access West Feliciana Bench Warrants
Bench warrants in West Feliciana Parish are issued by the 20th Judicial District Court when defendants fail to appear for scheduled hearings or violate court-ordered conditions. Sheriff Brian L. Spillman and the West Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office in St. Francisville handle the enforcement of all bench warrants across the parish. There is no public online warrant search available for West Feliciana Parish, so residents need to contact the sheriff's Records Division or the clerk of court to check for active bench warrants. Under La. C.Cr.P. Art. 349.1, judges can issue bench warrants at their discretion, and these warrants remain in force under Art. 205 until served or recalled.
West Feliciana Parish Quick Facts
How to Check for Bench Warrants
West Feliciana Parish does not offer an online warrant search tool. The sheriff's office recommends in-person verification for the most current information. Visit the Records Division at 5934 Commerce Street in St. Francisville during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You can also call (225) 784-3136 to check by phone.
The mailing address for written requests is P.O. Box 1844, St. Francisville, LA 70775. Include the full name and date of birth of the person you want to check on. Sheriff Spillman can also be reached by email at bspillman@wfpso.com. Attorneys licensed in Louisiana can conduct searches through the Louisiana Bar Association channels as well, which may be preferred if you are worried about being arrested on an active warrant during an in-person visit.
The West Feliciana Parish Detention Center is a separate facility. Its phone number is (225) 784-3148. The fax is (225) 784-3150. The detention center address is P.O. Box 2727, 4834 Feliciana Street, St. Francisville, LA 70775. If someone has already been arrested on a bench warrant, the detention center can confirm their status.
West Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office
The West Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office operates under the motto "Protecting with Courage, Serving with Compassion." The department serves the entire parish and works with the St. Francisville Police Department on law enforcement matters. Deputies serve bench warrants, arrest warrants, and other court orders issued by the 20th JDC.
The West Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office website provides contact information and department details.
The screenshot shows the main website for the West Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office. While there is no online warrant search, the site lists phone numbers and office locations for making bench warrant inquiries directly.
Bench Warrant Records in West Feliciana
Bench warrant records maintained by West Feliciana Parish authorities contain specific information as required by La. C.Cr.P. Art. 202 and Art. 203. Each warrant includes the full legal name and identifying information of the subject, the date and time of issuance, the case number and docket information, the nature and classification of the offense, the statutory citation of the violated law, and the name and signature of the issuing judge. Bond amount is listed if applicable, along with instructions for law enforcement and any return information documenting service attempts.
Under La. R.S. 44:1, court records in Louisiana are public. La. R.S. 44:31 allows any adult to request access. Some records may be restricted under La. R.S. 44:3, including sealed cases and juvenile matters. The clerk of court handles requests for copies. Fees for copies are governed by La. R.S. 44:32 and vary depending on whether you need plain or certified copies.
Clerk of Court and District Attorney
The West Feliciana Parish Clerk of Court is Stewart B. Hughes. The clerk's office is at 4789 Prosperity Street in St. Francisville. The mailing address is P.O. Box 1843, St. Francisville, LA 70775. The phone number is (225) 635-3794. The fax is (225) 635-3770. The clerk keeps all court files for the 20th JDC, including bench warrant records, case filings, and judgment documents.
The Louisiana Department of Corrections maintains facility information for West Feliciana Parish. This can help if you are trying to locate someone who was arrested on a bench warrant and transferred to state custody.
The DOC page above lists correctional facilities tied to West Feliciana Parish. District Attorney Samuel D'Aquilla can be reached at (225) 635-4612 for questions about prosecution of bench warrant cases. The DA's office is at P.O. Box 1247, St. Francisville, LA 70775.
Warrant Search Resources
To check for bench warrants in West Feliciana Parish, contact the sheriff's office at (225) 635-3241 or visit the clerk of court in St. Francisville. Only those offices can confirm whether a bench warrant is currently active. Third-party sites may provide general guidance, but direct contact with official sources is the only reliable way to verify warrant status.
Resolving a Bench Warrant
To clear a bench warrant in West Feliciana Parish, you need to appear before the 20th JDC. An attorney can file a motion to recall the warrant and set a new court date. La. C.Cr.P. Art. 336 governs bail and allows the judge to set new bond conditions. La. C.Cr.P. Art. 211.1 may allow for a summons instead of a full arrest in certain misdemeanor situations. Turning yourself in at the sheriff's office is generally better than being picked up during a traffic stop or other encounter.
La. C.Cr.P. Art. 162 covers search warrants, which are different from bench warrants but often come up in related discussions about warrant procedures. For bench warrants, the focus is on getting you back in front of the court to address the original case. Contact a local attorney in the St. Francisville area or call the Louisiana State Bar Association for a referral.
Nearby Parishes
West Feliciana Parish borders several other parishes in central Louisiana. Bench warrants from the 20th JDC can be served anywhere in the state. Here are the neighboring parishes: