Police station representative for Herne Bay
If you are a Herne Bay resident and police want to speak to you under caution, get advice before you attend or answer questions. Voluntary interviews are recorded interviews — not informal chats.
Police station representation in Herne Bay
We cover Herne Bay alongside the wider East Kent area including Canterbury and Thanet. Custody routing depends on the circumstances; we can confirm the correct suite and arrange attendance subject to availability.
We also provide agent cover for criminal law firms needing reliable attendance notes across Kent.
Free independent legal advice at the police station stage (Legal Aid) for qualifying interviews
Extended hours availability across Kent
Qualified solicitor — accredited duty solicitor
Detailed attendance notes for instructing firms
Custody and interviews — practical points
Do not rely on social media or forums for legal strategy. The correct approach depends on disclosure, the allegation, and your instructions — which is why solicitors take private instructions before interview.
Why instruct us
Legal services are provided by Tuckers Solicitors LLP (SRA ID: 127795). This site is operated by Defence Legal Services Ltd t/a Police Station Agent and provides general information; it does not itself provide legal services. If you need advice on your case, telephone us or instruct a solicitor.
- •Kent-focused police station work — not a national call centre
- •Higher rights advocate — continuity through the Crown Court where needed
- •Agent cover for criminal law firms across Kent
Common questions — Herne Bay agent cover
What does a police station rep do in Herne Bay?
A police station rep attends Herne Bay custody on your firm's behalf, advises the suspect under PACE 1984, sits in on interviews, and produces a detailed attendance note for your file. Used by criminal defence firms across Kent for cover when the duty solicitor is unavailable or when capacity is stretched.
Can I instruct Herne Bay cover at short notice?
Yes — short-notice and urgent Herne Bay cover is accepted. Send your instruction sheet by email or call 01732 247427. We confirm acceptance immediately and attend within available response times.
Is Herne Bay cover provided by a qualified solicitor?
Yes. Robert Cashman is a qualified solicitor and accredited duty solicitor — not an unqualified accreditation-holder. Continuity through Crown Court is available where required.