Maidstone Police Station
Palace Avenue, Maidstone ME15 6NF
About Maidstone Police Station
Custody closed October 2025 – voluntary interviews only
This police station conducts voluntary interviews only. The custody suite is not operational for arrests. Individuals may be invited to attend voluntarily for a police interview under caution. Voluntary interviews are conducted under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE) Code C.
Station Details
- Address
- Palace Avenue, Maidstone ME15 6NF
- Facility Type
- Voluntary Interviews Only
- Area Covered
- Mid Kent
Voluntary Interviews
This station conducts voluntary interviews only. The custody suite is not operational for arrests. If you are invited to attend a voluntary interview, you have the right to:
- Free legal advice under the Legal Aid scheme
- Have a solicitor present during the interview
- Request an appropriate adult if you are a juvenile or vulnerable adult
- Understand the caution and what it means
Voluntary interviews are conducted under PACE Code C. You are not under arrest, but anything you say may be used in evidence.
Legal Representation
If you are arrested or invited to attend a voluntary interview at Maidstone Police Station, you have the right to free legal advice under the Legal Aid scheme. A duty solicitor can be arranged to attend the station to provide advice and representation.
Legal Aid is available for police station representation regardless of your financial circumstances. The duty solicitor scheme ensures access to legal advice during police interviews.
References
- GOV.UK - Police powers of arrest and your rights
- Kent Police - Official website
- GOV.UK - Legal Aid information
- Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE) - Code C
Need Legal Advice?
If you need legal representation at Maidstone Police Station, contact us for free legal advice under the Legal Aid scheme.