Mount Barker Police Station is located at 13 Mount Barker Road, Mount Barker WA 6324.
Contact Details
Phone: 08 9851 1122
Fax: 08 9851 2010
Do You Need a Lawyer?
If someone has been arrested or asked to attend Mount Barker Police Station, getting legal advice before any interview takes place is the most important step you can take at this stage.
Mount Barker is the main town in the Shire of Plantagenet in the Great Southern region. The police station services Mount Barker and surrounding towns including Kendenup and Porongurup. Criminal and summary matters from the area are heard at the Mount Barker Magistrates Court, which sits periodically and handles the full range of summary and some indictable matters before they are committed to a higher court if necessary.
What Happens at a Police Interview
Whether attendance is voluntary or following an arrest, a police interview carries real legal consequences. Officers conducting the interview are trained to gather evidence, and the record of interview — including silences, hesitations, and partial answers — becomes part of the prosecution brief if charges proceed. You have the right to speak with a lawyer before the interview begins and to decline to answer questions beyond confirming your identity. A lawyer will assess what police are investigating, advise whether participating serves your interests, and if so, how to engage without compromising your position.
Bail and Custody
If someone is being held at Mount Barker Police Station following an arrest, bail is often the most pressing immediate concern. A lawyer can make representations to police at the station level or, if necessary, to the court to secure release. The conditions attached to bail — such as reporting requirements or geographical restrictions — can significantly affect daily life, and legal input at this stage ensures those conditions are proportionate.
After a Charge Is Laid
Once a charge is formally laid, the matter moves toward the Mount Barker Magistrates Court. How the matter is prepared from this point — including whether there are grounds to challenge the charge, negotiate with the prosecution, or pursue a particular plea — depends heavily on the quality of advice received early. Waiting until a court date is imminent before engaging a lawyer limits your options considerably.
Our criminal lawyers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and regularly assist clients across the Great Southern region. Call 1300 331 331 for a free first consultation.