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Q: Can the family members bring eyewear such as reading glasses or contact lenses?

Yes, as long as it does not create any security problems.

Q: Can offenders go to private physicians/appointments?

No, all offenders will be referred to Ochsner University Medical Center for their medical care. The Medical Department will provide the best available medical care to all offenders, regardless whether the offender has money in their offender account or not.

Q: Can family members obtain information regarding the offender's medical conditions, medications, or illnesses?

No. It is a violation of the HIPPA to discuss any type of medical condition and/or medications with someone other than the patient. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) states that Protected Health Information (PHI) is any information about health status, provision of health care, or payment for health care that can be linked to an individual. This includes any part of a patient’s medical, mental, or substance abuse record. HIPAA limits the release of information. Therefore, PHI can only be given to those individuals that have the patient’s written consent. It is public record that an individual is housed at LPCC, however, the services they receive are private. LPSO can request that the individual sign a Release of Confidential Information, but he or she may refuse. Their current condition can be given to you only with the individual’s permission.

Q: Can an offender's medication be brought to LPCC?

Yes, some medications will be accepted as long as it is in the original prescription bottle, has not expired, is a valid prescription with the offender's name, and has been approved for offender consumption. Narcotic pain medication will not be accepted. Some medications can be placed for the physicians to approve.

Q: When will I be contacted about my application?

It takes a minimum of two weeks to process an application after Testing is completed. A representative of our Human Resources Department will contact you about your application if you are selected for an interview. Questions about the status of your application may be directed to Human Resources at 337-236-5667 or email LPSO Human Resources .

Q: What are the minimum education requirements for employment with the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office?

A high school diploma or a GED; however, some positions may require specialized training and/or a college degree.

Can the family members bring eyewear such as reading glasses or contact lenses?

Can offenders go to private physicians/appointments?

Can family members obtain information regarding the offender’s medical conditions, medications, or illnesses?

Can an offender’s medication be brought to LPCC?

When will I be contacted about my application?

What are the minimum education requirements for employment with the Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office?

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