Last updated: 2026-06-18
Free Police Station Advice in Kent
If someone is in Kent police custody or has a scheduled voluntary interview, they are entitled to free legal advice under the Legal Aid scheme at the police station. This page explains how that works — it is general information, not advice on a specific case.
Your PACE rights
Under PACE Code C, a detainee may consult a solicitor privately and free of charge at the police station. You can ask the custody sergeant to contact the duty solicitor scheme or name a firm you prefer.
- Advice is independent of the police investigation.
- You may choose your own solicitor if they can attend in time.
- Interviews should not proceed without reasonable opportunity to take advice.
When Police Station Agent can help
Robert Cashman is an accredited duty solicitor covering Kent custody suites. Services are for immediate custody and scheduled voluntary interviews only — not past arrests or general enquiries.
Read scope and eligibility →Related resources
Sources
- GOV.UK — PACE Code C 2023 (accessible text)—https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/pace-code-c-2023/pace-code-c-2023-accessible
- PACE 1984, section 58 — right to legal advice at the police station—https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/60/section/58
- PACE 1984, section 76 — exclusion of confessions—https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/60/section/76
- SRA register — Tuckers Solicitors LLP (127795)—https://www.sra.org.uk/consumers/register/organisation/?sraNumber=127795
General information only — not legal advice. While every care is taken to ensure what is stated is accurate and reflects current law and official guidance, errors may occur and the law changes. Do not rely on this page instead of advice from a qualified solicitor about your own situation. Legal services are provided through Tuckers Solicitors LLP (SRA ID: 127795) where applicable. If you believe something on this page is incorrect, please contact us and say you are reporting a content error.