Lewisham Police Station Custody Suite Solicitor Representation and Legal Aid

Have you or someone you know been taken into custody at Lewisham Police Station, or have you been told to attend an interview there? You are entitled to a solicitor, and at the police station it is free, whatever you earn and whatever you are accused of.

Someone in custody right now? Call 07836 577556. We are available 24 hours, and you will speak to a duty solicitor, not a call centre.
Attending a voluntary interview? Call 020 7624 7771 and speak to us before you go. You do not have to attend alone, and there is no charge for our attendance.

Lewisham Police Station: the details you need
Address: 43 Lewisham High Street, London, SE13 5JZ
Getting there: Lewisham station, served by the DLR and National Rail, is a short walk from the High Street.

Trying to reach someone in custody? Custody suites do not publish direct telephone numbers. Call 101, the Metropolitan Police non-emergency line, and ask to be put through to the custody desk at Lewisham Police Station. Have the person's full name and date of birth ready if you can.

We can often find out more quickly than you can. If you tell us where the person is being held, we will contact the custody desk on your behalf.

Do not speak to Lewisham Police or the Met Police until you have spoken to us for legal advice.

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We have more than 45 years of experience representing clients at Police Stations.

JD Spicer Zeb deals with various criminal offences at Lewisham Police Station Custody Suite. We can represent you at Lewisham Police Station for an interview or if you are on pre-charge bail for matters being dealt with by police from Lewisham Police Station or any other Police Station. Call us now on 020 7624 7771 or our out of hours number on 07836 577556.

Frequently asked questions about Lewisham Police Station

What happens in an interview at a police station?

A voluntary interview at Lewisham Police Station is a formal conversation with the police that usually takes place at the station.

You do not have to attend and can leave at any time once the interview has begun.

However, failure to attend or attempting to leave could result in you being arrested.

Alternatively, if you have already been arrested and are in police custody, you will be taken to the custody suite at Lewisham Police Station, where you will be placed in a cell to await an interview.

At JD Spicer Zeb Solicitors, we can assist in representing you at either a voluntary interview or if you are arrested and kept in custody.

For a free initial consultation, urgent specialist advice or immediate representation for a Lewisham Police Station interview, please get in touch with our lawyers.

Why would you need a solicitor at Lewisham Police Station?

The guidance of an expert criminal defence solicitor is essential right from the beginning of a case.

Seeking our advice at the police station can give you the best chance of a positive outcome.

We will assess your case and advise you on whether to answer or not answer police questions during your interview.

We can make written representations to get cases dropped where the evidence is weak or there is no public interest in prosecuting your case.

Where the evidence is strong at Lewisham Police Station, we will always advocate for a police caution or community resolution first to avoid a court case. 

How much do lawyers charge for police station representation?

We can cover your case at Lewisham Police Station via a private service or Legal Aid. 

We offer a premium service for fee-paying clients who require emergency representation at the police station. This service is designed to provide tailored legal advice to help you secure the best possible outcome.

Our private representation service is provided on a fixed-fee basis that is pre-agreed with our clients. The fees for this service typically start at £500 and can range up to £1,000+ VAT depending on the nature of your case and the amount of work involved.

Alternatively, Legal Aid is available to cover police station representation costs for everyone, regardless of financial circumstances. It may also extend to part or full funding of legal representation during subsequent proceedings, depending on the specifics of your case.

Whether you opt for our premium private service or are eligible for Legal Aid, our dedicated team is here to provide tailored, high-quality legal advice at every stage of your defence.

Am I entitled to legal representation in a police interview?

Yes, you have the right to legal representation during a police interview, whether you’ve been arrested or invited to a voluntary interview (also called an interview under caution) at Lewisham Police Station.

Having legal support is essential to understanding your rights, the allegations against you, and the potential consequences of what you say during questioning.

Free legal advice at the police station is available to everyone under Legal Aid, irrespective of your financial circumstances. For those looking for an enhanced service, we also offer a premium private representation option.

Our skilled criminal defence solicitors will provide clear, expert advice tailored to your situation, ensuring your interests are fully protected throughout the process.

What type of cases can we take on at Lewisham Police Station?

JD Spicer Zeb Solicitors has extensive experience protecting the legal rights of our clients with immediate advice 24 hours every day at Lewisham Police Station. We cover every criminal case and charge at Lewisham Police Station.

Our team of criminal defence solicitors can provide Lewisham Police Station representation for a range of criminal offences, including but not limited to:

• Offences Against the Person (common assault, battery, ABH, GBH and more)
• Murder/Manslaughter
• Drugs Offences
• Sexual Offences
• Offences against children
• Theft Offences (including shoplifting, burglary, robbery and theft from your employer)
• Serious Fraud
• Benefit Fraud
• Money Laundering Offences
• Public Order Offences
• Communications Offences
• Weapons Offences
• Road Traffic Offences
• Criminal Damage
• Arson
• Interfering/perverting the course of justice
• Animal offences (including dangerous dogs)
• Terrorism
• White Collar Crime
• Conspiracies
• Cyber Crime
• Youth Crime
• Human Trafficking
• Serious Crime
• Extradition
• Breach of Court Orders

Lewisham Police Station address

Lewisham Police Station

43 Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 5JZ

Contact our criminal defence solicitors at Lewisham Police Station for advice today

If you have been called into Lewisham Police Station, contact our expert criminal defence solicitors for advice.

Call: 020 7624 7771
Email: solicitors@jdspicer.co.uk
Emergency number: 07836 577556