Police Warrant or Arrest in Kent: What to Do First

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Discovering there is a warrant in your name, being arrested by Kent Police, or fearing arrest after missing a court date is frightening. This guide explains the first practical steps, your right to free legal advice, and how to arrange a solicitor at a Kent police station.

1) If you're arrested in Kent

You'll usually be taken to a custody suite. Ask for a solicitor immediately. Don't answer questions about the offence until you have received advice. The custody officer must explain your rights under PACE.

See arrested in Kent, what to do and Kent custody after arrest.

2) If there is a warrant

Warrants can arise from failure to attend court, breach of bail, or ongoing investigations. Don't attempt to handle this alone. Contact a solicitor immediately to understand the warrant type and next steps. If police attend your address, you still have the right to legal advice if taken to a station.

3) Failure to attend a voluntary interview

Ignoring a voluntary interview invitation can result in arrest or a warrant. If you missed an interview or can't attend, seek legal advice urgently. See voluntary interview letter, what to do.

4) Which custody suite?

Kent detainees may be held at Medway, North Kent (Gravesend), Tonbridge, Canterbury, Folkestone, or other suites. Confirm location with custody staff. See police station rep near me.

5) Free legal advice

PACE section 58: free advice for most custody interviews.

(Contact) if a family member is in custody. See is advice really free?

6) Family members

Immediate family may help arrange a solicitor for someone in current custody. See immediate family instruction and loved one arrested.

7) Types of warrant: arrest and bench warrants

Warrants can arise in different contexts. An arrest warrant may be issued during an investigation. A bench warrant may be issued when someone fails to attend court. Breach of bail can also lead to arrest. The practical steps differ slightly, but the right to legal advice at the police station applies to most custody interviews regardless of how you came to be detained.

Don't try to explain your way out of the situation in interview without advice. Ask for a solicitor immediately.

8) What happens after arrest on a warrant

You'll be booked into custody, rights under PACE explained, and usually interviewed under caution. The police may need to produce the warrant and explain the basis for arrest. Your solicitor can challenge unlawful detention or procedure where appropriate and advise on interview strategy.

See Kent custody after arrest and custody time limits.

9) Failure to attend court: first steps

If you discover you missed a court date, contact a solicitor immediately. Don't wait for police to attend your address. Proactive legal advice can help you understand the warrant, arrange voluntary attendance at court where appropriate, and prepare for any police station interview.

10) Voluntary interview warrants and missed dates

If you missed a voluntary police interview, police may treat this as failure to cooperate and seek arrest. Contact a solicitor urgently. See voluntary interview letter advice. Don't ignore further correspondence.

11) Kent custody suites after warrant arrest

Detainees may be held at Medway, North Kent (Gravesend), Tonbridge, Canterbury, Folkestone, or other suites. Confirm location with custody staff. See North Kent custody, Medway custody, and Kent police station reps hub.

12) Family members: what to do first

If a loved one is arrested on a warrant, immediate family may contact us to help arrange a solicitor. Provide full name, date of birth, and custody suite if known. The detainee must confirm they want legal advice. See arrange a solicitor in custody and loved one arrested.

13) PACE rights reminder after any arrest

You have the right to legal advice. You have the right to silence. You have the right to have someone informed of your arrest. Don't waive these rights without understanding the consequences. Ask for Robert Cashman, Tuckers Duty Solicitor.

14) Interview strategy after warrant arrest

Your solicitor will review disclosure, advise on whether to answer questions, make no comment, or read a prepared statement, and remain with you throughout the recorded interview. Decisions made at this stage can affect bail, charge, and any later court proceedings. See no comment interview and qualified duty solicitor vs rep.

14) Police attendance at your address

If police attend your home with a warrant, you still have the right to legal advice if taken to a police station. Remain calm, cooperate with arrest if necessary, and ask for a solicitor at the earliest opportunity. Don't discuss the allegation at your doorstep or in the police vehicle.

See arrested in Kent, what to do and your rights in custody.

15) Bail breach and warrant arrest

If you're arrested for breach of police bail or court bail, the consequences can include remand in custody and additional charges. Ask for a solicitor immediately and don't discuss the circumstances in interview without advice. See police bail explained and Kent custody process.

16) Contact Robert Cashman after any Kent arrest

(Contact) for current custody. (Contact) if you can't call. Ask for Robert Cashman, Tuckers Duty Solicitor through Tuckers Solicitors LLP (SRA number 592449). See arrested in Kent, what to do.

17) No further action, RUI, and charge after warrant arrest

After interview following warrant arrest, outcomes may include charge, release under investigation, police bail, or no further action. See no further action and RUI explained.

18) Summary: warrant or arrest in Kent

Ask for a solicitor immediately after any arrest or when you discover a warrant. Don't answer questions about the offence in interview without advice.

(Contact) or (Contact). Free legal advice applies to most custody interviews.

Ask for Robert Cashman, Tuckers Duty Solicitor. See Kent custody process and arrange a solicitor in custody.

Related guides in Kent

• Voluntary Police Interview Letter in Kent
• Is Police Station Legal Advice Free in Kent?
• Police Station Rep Near Me in Kent
• Maidstone Voluntary Interviews (Custody Closed)
• Canterbury Custody Legal Advice
• Sevenoaks Voluntary Interview Advice
• Folkestone Custody Legal Advice
• Qualified Duty Solicitor vs Police Station Rep
• No Further Action After Police Interview
• North Kent (Gravesend) custody advice
• Tonbridge custody and interviews
• Medway custody legal advice
• Kent custody after arrest
• Released under investigation (RUI)
• When to ask for a solicitor
• Arrange a solicitor in custody
• Immediate family instruction

Conclusion

If you face a warrant or arrest in Kent, ask for a solicitor immediately.

(Contact) or (Contact). Ask for Robert Cashman, Tuckers Duty Solicitor.

Sources

• GOV.UK: If you're arrested: your rights
• PACE 1984, section 58: right to legal advice
• SRA register: Tuckers Solicitors LLP (592449)
• Arrested in Kent: what to do (Police Station Agent)
• Someone in custody now (Police Station Agent)
• Your rights in custody (Police Station Agent)

General information only: not legal advice about any individual case. Legal services are provided by Tuckers Solicitors LLP (SRA number 592449).