Tonbridge Police Station: Custody and Voluntary Interview Advice

Introduction

Tonbridge police station operates west Kent's main 24-hour custody suite and regularly hosts voluntary interviews under caution. If you or someone you know faces custody or a booked interview at Tonbridge, you are entitled to free legal advice at the police station. This guide explains the custody process, voluntary interview risks, and how Robert Cashman attends through Tuckers Solicitors LLP across Kent — with regular attendance at Tonbridge among other stations.

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1) Tonbridge police station and custody suite

Tonbridge police station is located at 1 Pembury Road, Tonbridge (TN9 2HS). The custody suite operates 24 hours and serves west Kent including Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, and surrounding areas. Arrests from these towns may be routed to Tonbridge custody, though operational decisions can vary.

See police station cover — Tonbridge and the West Kent area hub for station-specific information.

2) What happens in Tonbridge custody after arrest?

After arrest, the detainee is booked in by the custody officer. Rights under PACE should be explained, including the right to free legal advice. A custody record is created, property may be logged, and detention reviews should occur at prescribed intervals. The custody officer authorises continued detention where necessary.

The detainee may request a duty solicitor before any interview. Early advice helps the detainee understand options — including answering questions, making no comment, or providing a prepared statement. See Kent custody after arrest and custody time limits.

3) Your right to legal advice

Section 58 of PACE 1984 establishes the right to consult a solicitor privately at the police station. Code C governs how advice is arranged in practice. The solicitor is independent of the police and bound by professional confidentiality. Legal advice at this stage is free for most people being interviewed.

At Tonbridge, duty solicitor contacts may be routed through the Defence Solicitor Call Centre. You can ask for Robert Cashman, Tuckers Duty Solicitor. See PACE Code C explained and your rights in custody.

4) Voluntary interviews at Tonbridge

Police may invite someone to a voluntary interview at Tonbridge without arrest. These interviews are conducted under caution and anything said may be used as evidence. There is no obligation to attend without a solicitor, but if you attend, legal advice remains available free of charge for most interviewees.

Voluntary interviews are common for a range of allegations — from motoring matters to more serious offences. Disclosure before interview may be limited, which makes early legal advice particularly important. Read voluntary police interview advice and risks of attending alone.

5) Disclosure and interview strategy

Before interview, a solicitor will seek disclosure — the nature of the allegation, evidence relied upon, and any significant circumstances. Even limited disclosure enables advice on whether to answer questions, make no comment, or provide a prepared statement. The solicitor attends the interview to protect your rights and advise during questioning.

Recorded interviews at Tonbridge create a permanent record. What is said can shape charging decisions, bail conditions, and any future trial. Taking advice before speaking to police is a practical step, not an admission of guilt.

Your solicitor may intervene during interview if questions are improper or if further disclosure is needed. They will take notes throughout to support any future court proceedings. After interview, they can explain the outcome and what to expect in the days and weeks ahead.

5a) Young and vulnerable detainees at Tonbridge

Where a detainee is under 18 or considered vulnerable, an appropriate adult must be present during custody procedures and interview. The solicitor works alongside the appropriate adult to ensure the detainee's rights are protected. Additional safeguards apply under PACE Code C for young and vulnerable people.

6) Outcomes after interview

Common outcomes include charge and bail, release under investigation, police bail with conditions, or no further action. Each carries different implications. A solicitor can explain what an outcome means and what steps may follow. See RUI explained and police bail explained.

7) Family and urgent contact

Immediate family may help arrange a solicitor when someone is in current custody at Tonbridge. Friends cannot instruct on another person's behalf. Call 01732 247427 or text 07535 494446. See someone in custody now and what to do if a loved one is arrested.

8) Kent-wide attendance

Robert Cashman attends custody suites and voluntary interviews across Kent — Medway, Canterbury, Folkestone, Dover and others (Maidstone: voluntary interviews only) — subject to availability. North Kent (Gravesend) and Tonbridge are among the county's main 24-hour custody facilities and are areas of regular attendance.

Voluntary interviews are also held at Sevenoaks, Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone and other Kent stations. Browse all locations and police station directory.

9) Contacting Robert Cashman for Tonbridge matters

Call 01732 247427 for Tonbridge custody or a booked voluntary interview. Text 07535 494446 if you cannot call. Ask custody staff or the DSCC for Robert Cashman, Tuckers Duty Solicitor. Attendance is subject to availability — contact early where possible.

Further information for detainees and family

If you or someone you know faces police station attendance in Kent, remember that legal advice at the police station is free for most people being interviewed. You do not have to answer police questions without advice. A solicitor is independent of the police and bound by confidentiality.

Immediate family may help arrange a solicitor when someone is in current custody, subject to the detainee confirming they want legal advice. Call 01732 247427 or text 07535 494446. Ask for Robert Cashman, Tuckers Duty Solicitor. Attendance is subject to availability.

See your rights in custody, someone in custody now, and free police station advice in Kent.

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
• Police Warrant or Arrest in Kent
• No Further Action After Police Interview
• North Kent (Gravesend) custody advice
• 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

Whether facing Tonbridge custody or a voluntary interview, request legal advice before answering police questions. Ask for Robert Cashman, Tuckers Duty Solicitor. Call 01732 247427 or text 07535 494446. Attendance is subject to availability.

Sources

• GOV.UK — If you're arrested: your rights
• PACE 1984, section 58 — right to legal advice
• SRA register — search for Tuckers Solicitors LLP (SRA ID 127795)
• Tonbridge cover (Police Station Agent)
• Voluntary interview advice (Police Station Agent)
• West Kent area hub (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 ID: 127795).