Kent — NOT the police
At the police station or booked for interview?
We attend Kent custody suites and voluntary interviews — for people who need free advice now, and for defence firms who need reliable cover.
Robert Cashman, solicitor at Tuckers Solicitors LLP. Kent-wide cover in the evenings and at weekends too — including Gravesend and Tonbridge, plus Medway, Maidstone, Canterbury and the rest of Kent.
Firms: see police station cover for solicitors or our DSCC & custody record guide.
Who are you?
Kent police stations only. NOT the police — independent duty solicitor.
Robert Cashman — accredited duty solicitor & Higher Court Advocate via Tuckers Solicitors LLP. About Robert · Client testimonials
What people in Kent say after we helped
Straight feedback from clients we sat with through custody and interview
"Robert helped me when I was arrested in Swanley. I was very worried but he calmed me down and got me released without charge. Excellent service."
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from Swanley
NOT the police. Telephone line for custody or a scheduled voluntary interview only — not general legal advice
01732 247427If detained, ask custody staff to contact a solicitor — request Tuckers Solicitors LLP (Robert Cashman). Text 07535 494446 only if you cannot call.
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Kent police stations only. NOT the police — independent duty solicitor. Immediate custody and scheduled voluntary (VAI) interviews only; immediate family may instruct. Not past arrests, friends, missing-person enquiries, or general legal advice.
What happens when you call
- •We check if this is a voluntary interview or an arrest
- •We speak to the officer in the case and get the disclosure
- •We tell you plainly what to expect, how to prepare, and who will attend
Legal Guides
Know your rights before interview
Start with PACE Code C and the essentials: custody time limits, no comment interviews, bail, and voluntary interview risks.
Blog Posts
Save our Kent cover card
Keep our direct details on your phone — call 01732 247427 or text 07535 494446 for custody or a booked interview.
For criminal defence firms
Kent police station cover for solicitors
Instruct Robert Cashman for reliable police station attendance across Kent. Custody, voluntary interviews, and pre-booked attendances.
- A duty solicitor on the ground — not only an accredited rep
- Clear attendance notes you can put straight on the file and bill from
- We cover every Kent custody suite — Medway, Maidstone, Gravesend, Canterbury, Tonbridge and more
- Evenings and weekends included
- Fixed rates for Legal Aid and private clients — told upfront
Kent police station cover
We attend all Kent custody suites and voluntary interview locations. Regular extended-hours cover at North Kent (Gravesend) and Tonbridge — two of the county's main 24-hour custody facilities — alongside Medway, Maidstone, Canterbury and the rest of Kent.
North Kent (Gravesend) custody
Thames Way, Northfleet — 24-hour custody
Tonbridge custody & interviews
West Kent — custody and voluntary interviews
Medway custody (Chatham/Gillingham)
Purser Way — 24-hour custody suite
Free police station advice in Kent · All Kent police station reps
All Kent stations: browse locations or police station directory.
Police station and court help
Someone with you at the police station, in court when you need it, and extra support if you instruct privately
Expert legal advice during police interviews, voluntary attendances, and custody. Your right to free legal advice is protected by law.
Reliable duty solicitor services for criminal law firms. Comprehensive notes and competitive rates.
You deal with a senior solicitor directly — we stay involved from first call to the end of the case.
Police Station → Court → Resolution
Expert police station representation with a clean handover to the court advocate who will appear for you through our professional association with Tuckers Solicitors LLP. Your case handled by the right expert at every stage.
Expert Criminal Defence Solicitor
With over 35 years of criminal law experience, including roles as Practice Director and Higher Court Advocate, I specialise exclusively in police station representation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Police Station Representation in Kent
Is police station legal advice free in Kent?
Yes. Everyone arrested or invited for a voluntary interview in Kent is entitled to free legal advice at the police station. This is a statutory right under PACE 1984 and is not means-tested.
How quickly can a duty solicitor attend in Kent?
We aim to respond promptly. Attendance times depend on location, custody demand and solicitor availability.
Which police stations do you cover in Kent?
We cover all Kent custody suites including Medway, Maidstone, Gravesend, Canterbury, Tonbridge, Folkestone, Ashford, Sittingbourne, Margate, Dover, and Sevenoaks.
What is the difference between an accredited rep, a criminal solicitor, a duty solicitor, and a higher court advocate?
Understanding the different legal roles helps you know what qualifications your representative has:
- Accredited Rep (Accredited Police Station Representative): A non-solicitor who has passed the Police Station Qualification (PSQ) to attend police stations on behalf of a solicitor's firm. They can provide legal advice and representation at police stations but are not qualified solicitors.
- Criminal Solicitor: A fully qualified solicitor who has completed the Legal Practice Course and training contract, admitted to practice criminal law. They can represent clients at police stations, magistrates' courts, and provide legal advice throughout the criminal process.
- Duty Solicitor: A qualified solicitor who is accredited by the Law Society and on the Legal Aid duty rota. They can provide free legal advice at both police stations and magistrates' courts under Legal Aid. A duty solicitor must be a qualified solicitor (not just an accredited rep).
- Higher Court Advocate: A solicitor who has obtained additional qualifications to appear in the Crown Court, representing clients in serious criminal matters including jury trials, sentencing hearings, and complex legal arguments. This is an advanced qualification beyond standard solicitor status.
Robert Cashman is all four: He is an accredited police station representative, a qualified criminal solicitor, an accredited duty solicitor (for both police stations and courts), and a Higher Court Advocate with 5 years' experience appearing in Crown Court. This comprehensive qualification means he can represent you from the police station through to Crown Court if needed.
Want to learn more about police station interviews?
Read our comprehensive guide: Police Station Interviews in Kent: Your Rights and What to Expect - covering your rights under PACE 1984, what happens during interview, and the role of a solicitor.