The UK's free directory connecting criminal defence firms with accredited police station reps for custody attendance across England & Wales — 24/7, no fees.
300+
Registered Reps
500+
Stations Listed
42
Police Forces
Since 2016
Established
PoliceStationRepUK helps criminal defence firms, cover coordinators, and rota managers find accredited police station representatives for overnight, weekend, and emergency attendance. The directory has supported the profession since 2016 with a free-to-search, free-to-join model.
Operated by Defence Legal Services Ltd. About the founder · About the directory
PoliceStationRepUK is the UK's free directory of accredited police station representatives for criminal defence firms who need police station cover in England and Wales. It does not provide legal advice; it connects firms with reps and publishes guides on custody and PACE for general education only.
Definition: A police station representative is an accredited professional who attends the police station on behalf of an instructing criminal solicitor or firm to advise a suspect or volunteer, support them through booking-in and interview, and help protect their position under PACE and the Codes of Practice.
Read the full guide: Police station representative (UK) · What does a rep do?
A firm needs attendance at a station — they search by county, station, or name, or post to trusted WhatsApp / call-centre channels.
A rep with the right accreditation and availability accepts the instruction from the firm. PoliceStationRepUK surfaces profiles and contact routes to speed this match.
The rep attends custody, delivers advice, and reports back to the instructing solicitor in line with firm procedures and professional rules.
Browse representatives by region — select a county to see available reps and local custody suites.
We provide a police station cover discovery layer: find accredited reps by area, station, and availability. Use us alongside your panel, DSCC, and WhatsApp workflows — 100% free to search.
This site is a directory for firms and reps, not a substitute for your own lawyer. If you or someone you know is at a police station, ask for the duty solicitor or contact a criminal defence firm immediately.
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Find accredited police station representatives by county and region. Each hub lists reps and stations in that area — jump in from the homepage in one click.
Open the full directory to search by station name, postcode, or availability.
Community
One group for accredited reps and criminal defence firms — cover requests, networking, and peer support. Free; members are verified before being added.
Prefer email? robertcashman@defencelegalservices.co.uk
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These are promoted listings. Firms and reps should verify accreditation and credentials independently.
“35 years experience in criminal law. Higher Court Advocate qualification. Specialist in high-quality police station representation. Available 24/7 across Kent and Met border areas.”
Experienced solicitor providing police station agent cover for Kent law firms — daytime and evening attendance across all Kent custody suites. Operated independently by Robert Cashman via Tuckers Solicitors LLP.
This is a separate service from the PoliceStationRepUK directory. Visit policestationagent.com
A free, independent platform built for the criminal defence profession since 2016
Self-registered representatives with accreditation details visible to instructing firms. Firms remain responsible for their own checks.
Representatives listed across all 42 police force areas, from London to rural custody suites, available for day and night cover.
Contact reps directly via phone, email, or WhatsApp. No middleman, no fees. The engagement is between the firm and the rep.
Training guides, PACE references, forms library, station phone numbers, and a professional Wiki — all free for the profession.
WhatsApp groups, a professional forum, and a blog with practical guidance for freelance reps and criminal defence firms.
The directory is available around the clock. Search by county, station, or name whenever you need emergency or planned cover.
Feedback from solicitors and representatives using the directory
The directory saved me hours of searching. Found a rep covering Maidstone within minutes of a late-night DSCC call-out. They attended promptly and provided an excellent attendance note.
Criminal Defence Solicitor
Kent
Since joining the directory my cover instructions have increased significantly. Firms can see my availability and accreditation instantly — I receive regular work from across the South East.
Accredited Representative
London & South East
The training resources and Wiki are invaluable. As a new rep building my portfolio, having access to scenario guides and PACE references in one place has been a genuine advantage.
Probationary Representative
Greater Manchester
Practical notes for firms and freelance police station representatives
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Desktop software built for criminal defence solicitors and accredited police station representatives. Structured PACE-aligned attendance notes, offline-first at the custody suite, PDF export, LAA billing support, and AES-256 encryption — all in one Windows app.
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Custody Note is developed by Defence Legal Services Ltd. This is a promoted product — not part of the directory service.
Software and resources to work faster at the police station — starting with attendance notes.
PACE-aligned custody and attendance notes — structured fields, works offline, AES-256 encryption, PDF export. Built for accredited representatives.
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Access training guides, Rep Wiki, and professional resources — all completely free
Complete PSRAS accreditation roadmap: eligibility requirements, enrollment process, portfolio building, Critical Incidents Test preparation, assessment stages, typical timelines, costs breakdown, and career progression pathways.
Comprehensive business development guide: setting up as a freelance rep, active outreach strategies, firm relationship building, pricing structures, service delivery excellence, client retention techniques, and scaling your practice.
Extensive knowledge base covering: interview techniques, PACE compliance, disclosure procedures, legal aid claims, station-specific intelligence, common problems and solutions, billing best practices, and professional development.
Get discovered by criminal defence firms and receive more opportunities.
Takes 2–3 minutes • No fees, ever
Plain-English answers for solicitors, reps, and the public (general information — not legal advice). Full FAQ page
Find official phone numbers, addresses and custody contact details across England & Wales.
Get instant answers about registration, using the directory, legal forms, or finding representatives. Available 24/7.
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PoliceStationRepUK is a directory — not a law firm, agency, or provider of legal services. It connects criminal defence firms with accredited representatives. Any engagement is a direct contract between the instructing firm and the representative. Firms retain responsibility for instruction, supervision, and regulatory compliance. Learn more about the directory