Durham Headquarters Police Station

Legal representation at this station

When someone is detained at Durham Headquarters Police Station, they are entitled to free legal advice under PACE Code C. A police station representative or solicitor can attend the custody suite to advise the detainee, review disclosure, sit in on police interviews, and make representations about bail.

Durham Headquarters is part of the Durham Constabulary force area. Representatives listed below have indicated they cover this station or surrounding custody suites.

What happens at a police station?

• 1.The custody officer books the detainee in and explains their rights, including the right to free legal advice.
• 2.The DSCC is contacted to allocate a duty solicitor or the detainee's own solicitor is called.
• 3.The representative reviews disclosure, consults with the client, and advises on interview strategy.
• 4.After the interview the representative makes representations on charge, bail, or further investigation.

Read more about PACE rights and custody procedures →

Station details

Address

Aykley Heads, Durham, DH1 5TT

Force

Durham Constabulary

Postcode

DH1 5TT

Phone

0191 375 2582Force switchboard

Custody suite

No