Criminal Defence Training for Police Station Representatives
Police station representation sits at the front end of criminal defence. Training should connect PACE procedure, client care, and firm handover standards.
Disclaimer: General training information for England and Wales police station representatives. Not legal advice on any case.
Core competencies
- Custody attendance and welfare checks
- Professional ethics and confidentiality
- Structured attendance notes and firm handover
See guides and blog articles for revision topics.
FAQ
Is this the same as the SQE?
No. The SQE qualifies solicitors. Police station representatives follow the PSRAS / PSQ route unless they are already qualified duty solicitors.