Curated resources for police station representatives and criminal defence solicitors across England & Wales — legislation, legal aid guidance, career tools, and more.
General information only — not legal advice. Always follow your regulator, insurer, and supervising solicitor on live cases.
Rep Wiki
In-depth guides and scenarios
Common Offences
Elements, defences & sentencing
Forms Library
CRM1–CRM18A legal aid forms
Station Numbers
Find a custody suite phone number
PACE Codes
Codes A–H reference summaries (Code I listed)
Professional Blog
Practical articles for the profession
Official Legal Links
CPS, SRA, LAA & regulator signposts
Source: The Criminal Legal Aid (General and Remuneration) (Amendment) Regulations 2025, SI 2025/1251 (made 27 November 2025; in force 22 December 2025 (reg 3 from 31 December 2025)). Last checked 1 Oct 2026.
Source: Criminal Bills Assessment Manual, Version 27 (October 2026). Last checked 1 Oct 2026.
Source: Criminal Legal Aid Manual, current edition (last updated 1 October 2026 (gov.uk)). Last checked 1 Oct 2026.
Source: Standard Crime Contract 2025, Specification Version 2 (effective 31 December 2025) (contract period 1 October 2025 – 30 September 2035). Last checked 1 Oct 2026.
Source: Police Station Register Arrangements 2025, Version 1 (September 2025). Last checked 1 Oct 2026.
Source: PACE Codes of Practice (A–I), current editions on gov.uk (Code C (2023); Codes A, B, D, H, I (2023); Codes E & F (2018); Code G (2012)). Last checked 1 Oct 2026.
Source: Guidance for reporting crime lower work (SaBC), current PDF on gov.uk (via Submit a Bulk Claim guidance). Last checked 1 Oct 2026.
Official regulator links and searchable criminal justice provider listings — separate from the rep directory above.
Need an official regulator or gov.uk link (CPS, SRA, LAA, etc.)? See our Official Legal Resources in the Legal Services Directory — or search for a provider.
Comprehensive study guides for the written exam, portfolio, and Critical Incidents Test — verified against PSRA 2025 and assessment organisation guidance.
PSRAS Written Exam Guide
Two-hour format, LAA exemptions, syllabus, open-book rules, and 6-week study plan.
PSRAS Portfolio Guide
Nine case studies (2+2+5), deadlines, SRA competence mapping, and submission workflow.
PSRAS CIT Exam Guide
Role-play assessment: marking criteria, scenario flow, study modules, and prep plan.
How to Become a Police Station Rep (2026)
Full accreditation roadmap — supervision, costs, timelines, and FAQs.
Guides for becoming and succeeding as a police station representative.
Preparing for PSRAS or the CIT?
Interactive practice on a partner platform — timed MCQs, learning modules, and scenario training aligned with PACE.
Free access whilst we’re testing on psrtrain.com — no card required
Training guidance only — completion does not confer PSRAS accreditation.
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Why Get Police Station Accredited?
Motivation and firm-value guide for people stuck mid-route — retention, fee-earner status, and the solicitor pathway.
How to Become a Police Station Representative
Complete guide to the qualifications, accreditation and steps needed to become an accredited rep.
How to Find a Supervising Solicitor
Why supervision is hard to secure, what SCC firms want, and how to approach firms professionally.
Beginner's Guide for New Reps
Essential reading for those new to police station representation work.
Common Offences Guide
Actus reus, mens rea, verified case law, defences, and Sentencing Council guidelines.
Get Work as a Police Station Rep
Proven strategies to build and grow your freelance police station practice.
Custody Note App
Structured attendance note software for Windows and Mac — built for criminal defence professionals.
DSCC Registration Guide
How to register with the Defence Solicitor Call Centre (DSCC).
Criminal Law Career Guide
SQE, CILEX, apprenticeships, and how PSRAS fits a wider criminal career.
Accredited Representative Guide
What PSRAS accreditation and Police Station Register status mean in practice.
Essential statutory and non-statutory sources for criminal defence practice.
Sentencing Council↗
Definitive guidelines and resources for sentencing in England and Wales.
Criminal Procedure Rules↗
The rules governing criminal court procedure in England and Wales.
PACE Codes of Practice↗
PACE Codes A–I governing police powers and safeguards for those in custody.
Hansard — UK Parliamentary Debates↗
Official record of all debates, questions and statements in Parliament.
Criminal Practice Directions↗
Directions issued by the Lord Chief Justice supplementing the Criminal Procedure Rules.
Disclosure Manual (Attorney General)↗
Attorney General's guidelines on disclosure of unused material in criminal cases.
Crown Court Compendium↗
Guidance for judges, counsel and legal advisers in Crown Court proceedings.
Victims' Code↗
The statutory code setting out the services and information victims of crime are entitled to.
Youth Justice Legal Centre↗
Resources and guidance on the youth justice system in England and Wales.
BAILII (British and Irish Legal Information Institute)↗
Free access to case law, legislation and other legal materials from the UK and Ireland.
Primary legislation most relevant to police station representation work.
Sentencing Act 2026 — Key Changes
Presumption to suspend sentences of 12 months or less, three-year suspended sentences, strengthened community sentences, and what it means for reps.
Sentencing Act 2026 (legislation.gov.uk)↗
Full text of the Sentencing Act 2026 on legislation.gov.uk.
Legislation.gov.uk↗
Official database of all UK legislation, including primary and secondary law.
Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE)↗
The foundational statute governing police powers and rights of suspects.
Criminal Justice Act 2003↗
Major reform of the criminal justice system affecting bail, sentencing and evidence.
Youth Justice and Criminal Evidence Act 1999↗
Provisions for special measures for vulnerable witnesses and youth offenders.
Human Rights Act 1998↗
Incorporates the European Convention on Human Rights into UK law.
Prosecution of Offences Act 1985↗
Establishes the Crown Prosecution Service and sets out prosecution powers.
Serious Crime Act 2007↗
Offences of encouraging or assisting crime; asset recovery; organised crime.
LAA guidance, contracts, and billing resources.
Legal Aid Agency↗
The LAA commissions and administers legal aid in England and Wales.
Criminal Legal Aid (Providers)↗
Topic hub for guidance and updates for criminal legal aid providers on GOV.UK.
Criminal Legal Aid Manual↗
Comprehensive guidance on criminal legal aid eligibility, scope, and billing (updated 1 October 2026 on gov.uk).
Criminal Bills Assessment Manual (Version 27)↗
How the LAA assesses criminal bills — Version 27 published 1 October 2026.
Guidance for reporting crime lower work (SaBC)↗
Fee codes and crime lower reporting for Submit a Bulk Claim monthly submissions.
Standard Crime Contract 2025↗
Current contract (1 October 2025 – 30 September 2035); Specification Version 2 from 31 December 2025.
The Criminal Legal Aid (General and Remuneration) (Amendment) Regulations 2025 (SI 2025/1251)↗
Harmonised police-station fixed fees and related remuneration changes (in force 22 December 2025).
Standard Crime Contract 2022 (historical)↗
Previous standard contract (1 October 2022 – 30 September 2025).
Police Station Register Arrangements 2025 (PDF)↗
Version 1, September 2025 — duty solicitor and police station register arrangements.
Check Legal Aid Eligibility↗
Official online means test tool to quickly assess eligibility.
Links are to official publishers (legislation, gov.uk, CPS, LAA, Sentencing Council). Case law on this site is limited to entries in our verified case-law registry. Always confirm the current version before relying on it in live advice.