Orleans Justice Center
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- Facility Type
- County Facility
- Security Level
- Pretrial / Sentenced
- Inmate Capacity
- 1,438 approx.
- Established
- 2015
- Operated By
- Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office (OPSO)
Orleans Justice Center Inmate Communication Overview
Orleans Justice Center is the primary jail facility operated by the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office in New Orleans, Louisiana. Opened in 2015 as a replacement for the older Orleans Parish Prison complex, the OJC was designed to house pretrial detainees and sentenced individuals serving shorter terms in Orleans Parish. New Orleans is Louisiana's largest city and a major cultural and economic hub, and the jail system serves both the city's large permanent population and visitors. The facility is located in the Mid-City neighborhood of New Orleans and is managed by the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office.
Communication at Orleans Justice Center is managed through GTL, which provides phone calls, video visitation, and electronic messaging services under the parish contract. Families create a GTL account to access all available services. For phone calls, funding a GTL prepaid account linked to your phone number allows you to receive inmate-initiated calls. Video visits can be scheduled remotely through GTL, which is particularly useful for families traveling from outside the New Orleans area. Electronic messaging through GTL delivers communications digitally within the facility.
Orleans Justice Center uses GTL under a parish contract, separate from the JPay and GTL contracts used by Louisiana state prisons. If someone is convicted and transferred to a Louisiana DOC state facility after sentencing, communication will change to JPay for messaging and money. Until that transfer, GTL is the correct platform for all OJC communication. Because New Orleans is located in a hurricane-prone area, facility operations can be affected by severe weather events, which may temporarily affect communication access. Check the OPSO website for any current advisories.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
2700 Perdido Street, New Orleans, LA 70119
Main Phone
(504) 822-8000
Administrative line — not for inmate calls
Official Website
Visit official siteCommunication Options
Available communication services at Orleans Justice Center.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: GTL
Electronic messaging via GTL. Delivered digitally within the facility.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Provider: GTL
Remote video visits available. Schedule in advance through GTL.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Physical photo mail subject to OPSO content restrictions. No digital photo service.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: GTL
Fund a GTL prepaid account to receive inmate-initiated calls.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Provider: GTL
Commissary deposits via GTL or AccessCorrections.
Communication Providers at Orleans Justice Center
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
GTL
All Orleans Justice Center communication — phone, video, messaging, and money — runs through GTL.
Learn More About GTLCommunication Rules at Orleans Justice Center
- GTL serves Orleans Justice Center. After transfer to a Louisiana state prison, JPay is required for messaging.
- All calls, messages, and visits are monitored by Orleans Parish Sheriff's staff.
- One GTL account covers all OJC communication services.
- Video visits require advance scheduling through GTL.
- Senders must be on the inmate's approved contact list.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Orleans Justice Center
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I contact someone at Orleans Justice Center?
- All communication services — phone, video, messaging, and money — are through GTL. Create a single account at telmate.com or the GTL Connect app. One account covers everything at OJC.
- Can I do a video visit at Orleans Justice Center?
- Yes, remote video visits are available through GTL. Log into your account, search for Orleans Justice Center, and select an available time slot. Schedule well in advance. You need a device with a working camera.
- Does JPay work at Orleans Justice Center?
- No. JPay is used for Louisiana DOC state prisons, not for Orleans Parish jail. OJC uses GTL for all communication. If your loved one is transferred to a state prison after sentencing, you will then need a JPay account.
- How do I find out if someone is in Orleans Justice Center?
- The Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office provides an inmate search at opso.us. Search by name to confirm current custody status and booking information.
- How do I send money to an Orleans Justice Center inmate?
- Commissary deposits can be made through GTL at telmate.com or through AccessCorrections. Add funds via debit or credit card. Processing typically takes one business day.
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