Find Sex Offenders in Iberia Parish

Search registered sex offenders in Iberia Parish, Louisiana through the Louisiana State Police registry. The Iberia Parish Sheriff's Department in New Iberia manages local registration and can answer questions about compliance in the parish.

How to Search Iberia Parish Sex Offenders

Iberia Parish does not have a standalone sex offender search portal. All public lookups go through the Louisiana State Police sex offender registry. The registry covers all 64 parishes and is free to search with no account required. You can search by name, street address, or ZIP code. Searching by ZIP code 70560 returns records for the New Iberia area. The map view on the LSP portal lets you see offender locations on a street map, which is useful for checking a specific neighborhood.

Each result shows the offender's name, photo, current address, offense type, tier level, and registration status. Some records also list employer information and vehicle details. The data comes from what offenders reported and what law enforcement verified during the most recent check-in. Updates are not instant, so there can be a short delay between a reported change and when it appears online.

For more detail on a specific person, call the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Department at (337) 369-3714 or (337) 369-3711 for communications. The Warrants and Records division can also be reached at (337) 369-3714. The state police hotline at 1-800-858-0551 is another resource, available Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM CDT.

The Iberia Parish Sheriff's Department website provides current contact information and details about law enforcement services in New Iberia and the surrounding parish. The screenshot below shows the sheriff's website.

The Iberia Parish Sheriff's website is the local starting point for contacting law enforcement about sex offender registration and compliance in New Iberia and across the parish.

Iberia Parish Sheriff's Department Contact and Registration

The Iberia Parish Sheriff is Thomas S. Romero. As confirmed by office records: "Business Phone: 337.369.3714; Business Fax: 337.365.5582; Business Address: 4701 W Admiral Doyle Dr, New Iberia LA 70560." The email address is TOROMERO@IBERIASO.ORG. The fax number is (337) 365-5582. The main administration line is (337) 369-3714.

The office also operates a suite location at 300 Iberia Street, Suite 120, New Iberia, LA 70560. The Iberia Parish Jail is a separate facility: "Iberia Parish Sheriff's Department. Iberia Parish Jail 3618 Broken Arrow Road New Iberia, La 70560. Administration: 337-369-3714." The jail direct line is (337) 369-2485. Sex offender registration takes place at the main office, not at the jail.

The sheriff's website is at iberiaso.org. If you need to speak with the Warrants and Records section, that line is also (337) 369-3714. Office hours are generally Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting for registration or records questions.

Offenders who live, work, or go to school in New Iberia city limits must register with the New Iberia Police Department in addition to the Iberia Parish Sheriff and the Louisiana State Police. This three-agency requirement is set by state law. Missing any one of the three registrations is a felony. Offenders in unincorporated areas of the parish register with the sheriff and state police only.

The contact page for the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Department shows location, phone, and email information for the main office.

This screenshot confirms the physical address at 4701 W Admiral Doyle Drive and the primary phone number (337) 369-3714 for the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Department.

Louisiana Registration Laws in Iberia Parish

Sex offender registration in Louisiana is governed by RS 15:540 through RS 15:549. These statutes apply across the state, including Iberia Parish. Anyone convicted of a qualifying sex offense in Louisiana must register. People who move to Louisiana after a sex offense conviction in another state also must register. The law covers a wide range of offenses, from rape and aggravated sexual battery to certain crimes involving minors.

Louisiana uses a three-tier system for registration. Tier I offenders register for 15 years with annual check-ins. Tier II offenders register for 25 years with check-ins every six months. Tier III offenders register for life and check in every 90 days. Tier levels are assigned at sentencing by the court and depend on the offense type and the offender's prior history. Tier III applies to the most serious and repeat offenders.

Under RS 15:542, any change in address, employer, school, vehicle, phone number, or online identifiers must be reported within 3 business days. The 3-day window begins the day the change occurs. Missing the deadline is a felony, and the reason for the delay does not reduce the charge. This rule applies even if the change seems minor, like a new email address or a new vehicle.

RS 15:541 defines the terms used in the sex offender statutes. It specifies what convictions trigger registration and what information must appear in the public registry. The statute also defines sexually violent predators, who are subject to enhanced registration requirements and may face residency restrictions beyond the standard rules.

What Iberia Parish Sex Offender Profiles Show

Registry profiles for Iberia Parish offenders are maintained through the Louisiana State Police system. Each public record generally includes the offender's full legal name and any known aliases, current home address, employer name and address if employed, school enrollment if applicable, offense description and conviction date, a current photograph, physical description, and vehicle information. Records for people classified as sexually violent predators note that designation as well.

If an offender has no fixed address, the record may show a general area or note a homeless status. Some records, especially those tied to older or out-of-state convictions, may have less detail than newer Louisiana records. All information reflects what was reported and verified at the most recent registration check-in. There can be a few days lag between a change and when it shows in the online portal.

For the most current information on any specific person, call the Iberia Parish Sheriff at (337) 369-3714 or the state police at 1-800-858-0551. If you believe a record is incorrect, the sheriff's office or state police can help verify the current status.

The Louisiana State Police registry page is the primary search tool for Iberia Parish residents looking up registered sex offenders in New Iberia and surrounding communities.

The LSP registry search shows offenders registered in Iberia Parish by address, name, or map view. It is the only public-facing portal for parish-level sex offender searches in Iberia Parish.

Reporting Violations and Additional Resources

If you believe a registered sex offender in Iberia Parish has failed to update their address, is living at an unregistered location, or has violated any other registration requirement, call the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Department at (337) 369-3714. Explain what you observed and provide the offender's name and address if you know them. You can also email TOROMERO@IBERIASO.ORG for non-urgent tips.

The Louisiana State Police hotline at 1-800-858-0551 handles compliance reports statewide and is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM CDT. State police can coordinate with the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office on any investigation. If there is an immediate safety concern, call 911 instead of a non-emergency line.

The Louisiana Department of Corrections sex offender registry page explains how offenders are handled when released from state custody and how the DOC notifies local sheriffs, including the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Department, when an offender is about to be released into their jurisdiction.

Note: Registry information is for public safety purposes. Using this data to harass, threaten, or stalk a registrant or their family is prohibited under Louisiana law and can result in criminal charges or civil liability.

Nearby Parishes

These parishes border Iberia Parish. Offenders who live near a parish line may have records in more than one area.