What a suspect says at the police station can affect the whole course of the criminal proceedings. It is crucial that suspects detained at the police station following arrest and those attending for interview on a voluntary basis seek legal advice.

All persons attending at a police station on suspicion of involvement in a criminal offence are entitled to free and independent legal advice. This advice is free regardless of that person's financial circumstances. The right to legal advice can include speaking to a solicitor on the telephone. Provision of legal advice to suspects at the police station is a 24-hour service with Solicitors providing advice through the various Duty Solicitor schemes.

We have a dedicated team of Duty solicitors and police station accredited representatives who can assist you.