Arrested?

24-hour representation by the 'solicitor of choice' from M23LAW.

Our main aims:

  • To advance and protect client's interests.
  • To advise on law and procedures.
  • To act as a shield. Rightly or wrongly, suspects will often fear that they are in danger of being abused, tricked or otherwise mistreated by the police. Sometimes our clients are emotional or vulnerable. We intervene to ensure that there is not a breach of any rules or obligations and that our clients are treated fairly.
  • To represent clients nationwide. Our lawyers' experience includes cases such as the Bradford riots, football-related violence in the Midlands and gun crime in London. In 2009, we successfully defended a female defendant on a big conspiracy case in Manchester crown court. 
  • To make representations to the police and CPS regarding legal points or bail issues.
  • To press for the search or seizure of evidence which might assist e.g: CCTV footage, oyster card and mobile phone tracing / triangulation.
  • To seek appropriate medical or psychiatric care where needed. To insist on any injuries being photographed or noted as necessary.
  • To achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.

Remember your rights: Representation at the Police Station is 24 hours a day if you are arrested or to be interviewed by an officer with the power of arrest (i.e. Police / Customs / Immigration / Border Control). It is also available at identification procedures.

You do not have to use the Duty Solicitor at a police station or deal with the matter yourself. You have the right to use the 'solicitor of choice from M23LAW.' So call M23 LAW on 0844 2640 999. Alternatively, make a request for our services to the custody officer when being booked in or at any time during your detention. Our lawyers are all registered with the Defence Solicitor Call Centre for Legal Aid cases.

If it is not an emergency, please contact our Criminal Defence Team on 0844 2640 999.

Legal Aid is free for justifiable and strictly necessary attendances at the police station. However, you might wish to consider our more extensive private Active PACE™ & Active PACE PLUS™ option.