About Police Station Agent
Robert Cashman — qualified solicitor and accredited police station representative across Kent, often at short notice
Who we are
Police Station Agent is Robert Cashman's police-station practice: qualified solicitor and accredited representative cover for interviews under caution across Kent, with reserved legal services through Tuckers Solicitors LLP.
Legal services are provided by Tuckers Solicitors LLP (SRA ID: 127795). We represent members of the public free of charge at police interviews under caution — at a police station or elsewhere — when they are suspected of a criminal offence.
We also give criminal defence firms reliable agent cover, so their clients get proper representation without the firm losing the relationship.
Qualified solicitor cover with 30+ years' experience
Accredited police station representation
Court via Tuckers Solicitors LLP after charge where needed
extended hours coverage including weekends and bank holidays
Qualified Professionals Only
Police station work is led by Robert Cashman — a qualified solicitor and accredited police station representative with 30+ years' experience and 21,000+ cases. Reserved legal services are provided by Tuckers Solicitors LLP (SRA ID: 127795). Where court advocacy is needed after charge, that is arranged through Tuckers rather than a large employed in-house team.
Every Type of Criminal Offence
We handle every type of offence without exception: public order to murder, domestic assaults to rape, terrorism to fraud, and everything in between. No allegation is too serious or too minor for expert representation.
Police Station Specialists
We exclusively represent members of the public suspected of committing criminal offences. We cover voluntary interviews by police free of charge under the police station advice and assistance scheme - these "attend by appointment" interviews are just as critical as custody interviews.
Comprehensive Coverage
We cover both Legal Aid and private work, plus regulatory matters for criminal practices. Our extended hours service means we're available when you need us - evenings, weekends, and bank holidays across all Kent police stations.
What We Provide
Every Type of Offence
From public order to murder, domestic assaults to rape, terrorism to fraud - we handle all criminal allegations
Police Station Specialists
We focus on the critical police station stage where cases are won or lost
Voluntary Interviews
Free coverage under the police station advice and assistance scheme
Legal Aid & Private Work
Representing members of the public and providing agent services to solicitors
Former Practice Director, 30+ Years + 21,000+ Cases
Robert Cashman is a qualified solicitor with over 30 years of criminal law experience handling 21,000+ cases. As a former director of a major criminal legal aid practice, he brings director-level expertise and insight to every case.
An accredited Police Station Representative and Duty Solicitor, Robert is also a Higher Court Advocate (Criminal) qualified to appear in the Crown Court. He is a member of the Law Society and specialises in police station advice and representation.
Learn more about Higher Court Advocates: For an in-depth understanding of the role and expertise of Higher Court Advocates in the UK legal system, read our detailed guide on Higher Court Advocates.
Police Station Agent is operated by Defence Legal Services Ltd. Reserved legal services are provided by Tuckers Solicitors LLP (SRA ID: 127795). Robert offers agent cover for law firms across Kent and beyond through that arrangement.
Robert Cashman is a criminal defence solicitor. All legal services are provided through Tuckers Solicitors, which is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA ID: 127795).
For Members of the Public
- Legal services provided by Tuckers Solicitors LLP (SRA ID: 127795)
- FREE Legal Aid representation at police stations
- Seamless court coverage through Tuckers' expert team
- Available during extended hours across all Kent custody suites
For Criminal Law Firms
- Reliable agent cover across Kent and selected London stations
- Detailed written reports and case updates
- Competitive rates for single instructions or contracts
- Professional service maintaining client relationships
Trusted by Clients Across Kent
Real experiences from clients we've helped through challenging times
"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."
AK
from Swanley
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Written by Robert Cashman, Criminal Defence Solicitor
Last updated: 23/08/2026
Services and Information
Regulatory Framework
This service operates under:
- Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE) - Primary legislation governing police powers and procedures
- PACE Code C - Code of Practice for the Detention, Treatment and Questioning of Persons by Police Officers
- Legal Aid Agency regulations - Framework for free legal advice at police stations
- Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) standards - Professional conduct and quality standards
- Jurisdiction: England & Wales
Legal services are provided by Tuckers Solicitors LLP (SRA ID: 127795). Robert Cashman is a qualified solicitor and accredited duty solicitor regulated by the SRA.