Free professional group
Join the WhatsApp group as a criminal defence firm
Criminal defence practices can also post in the WhatsApp group asking for police station and court cover — the same verified group as accredited reps. Post evening and weekend attendance requests to accredited reps who cover your custody suites, interview stations and court lists.
Why join
- Post in the group asking for police station and court cover when your duty rota or panel needs a rep
- Hear back from accredited reps who cover your areas and stations
- Instruct the rep directly once cover is agreed — no agency layer
- Works alongside the free PoliceStationRepUK directory
How to join — 3 steps
- 1
Text us on WhatsApp with your name, firm name, and firm email address.
- 2
We verify firm details (e.g. against public records).
- 3
Accept your invite — then you can also post in the group asking for custody and court cover when you need attendance.
Criminal Defence Network UK – Reps, Solicitors & Advocates
For police station reps, criminal defence solicitors and firms, advocates, and others in criminal defence across England & Wales — not for members of the public seeking legal advice. PACE and Codes updates, legal aid and fee changes, CPD and training, practical police station tips, and links to new articles.
Not for cover work, job adverts, availability posts, or sharing contact details. For urgent cover, use the verified WhatsApp group — reps join only after verification on policestationrepuk.org.
The group is private on Facebook. When you apply, answer three questions: your role, the areas you cover, and that you agree to confidentiality. An admin approves each request.
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