How to Find Out If There Is a Warrant for Your Arrest
The truth is, there is no definite way to know for sure if a warrant has been issued for your arrest.
However, some key indicators may suggest that a warrant is active. These include:
Police officers attending your home to look for you.
Receiving a request to report to your nearest police station.
Officers leaving their contact details or asking someone at your address to pass on a message.
If any of the above occurs, it is crucial to seek legal advice immediately.
What Should I Do If the Police Attend My Address?
If police officers come to your home while you are not present, it is essential to act carefully and strategically:
✔ Contact a lawyer immediately. They will advise you on how to correctly and safely surrender yourself at a police station.
✔ Your lawyer should record your personal details, including your National Insurance number, date of birth, and home address, before you attend.
✔ If possible, obtain the names and contact details of the attending officers to pass on to your legal representative.
What Should I Do When I Arrive at the Police Station?
If you are surrendering yourself at a police station, follow these steps to ensure a smoother process:
Attend with a trusted person who can take any personal belongings such as your phone, keys, or wallet, as these may be seized as evidence and could take a long time to be returned.
Have your lawyer’s contact details written down on paper to present to the officers handling your case.
Inform your lawyer as soon as you arrive so they can be ready to attend when the police get in touch.
Report to the front desk and state the reason for your attendance. The officer at the desk will notify the custody suite, and you may be handcuffed or escorted inside.
You will be read your rights, cautioned, and formally arrested before being booked into custody.
How Can I Check If I Am a Wanted Person While Abroad?
If you have left the United Kingdom with unresolved criminal legal issues, you can check your status by submitting an ACRO application. ACRO Criminal Records Office will provide information about any outstanding warrants or legal matters in the UK.
How Can Gilberts Legal Services Help You?
At Gilberts Legal Services, we specialize in assisting individuals facing legal difficulties, including:
Advising clients asked to attend a police station interview.
Recovering personal property seized by the police.
Preparing written legal representations on your behalf.
Providing consultations of up to two hours for a fixed fee regarding your police station matter.
📩 Contact us today at enquiries@gilbertslegalservices.com for expert legal support.
