Devon justice & public safety directory

Q: How do I contact the police in Devon?

In an emergency always call 999. For non-emergencies call 101 or contact Devon & Cornwall Police at www.devon-cornwall.police.uk.

Q: Where is the nearest court in Devon?

Exeter Crown Court is the nearest, about 17.9 km away. See the full list of nearby courts above.

Q: How can I get legal aid in Devon?

Many of the solicitors listed above are legal-aid providers. Contact a firm directly to check eligibility, or browse all solicitors for more options.

Q: How do I visit someone in prison near Devon?

Exeter is the nearest prison (about 17.5 km away). Visits must usually be booked in advance — see the prison page for details.

Your central source for justice and public-safety services in Devon. Find local police, courts, custody centres, prisons and legal help — in one place.

1Police Force

5Courts

4Custody Centres

1Prison

8+Legal Providers

County in Western, England & Wales Population: 1255k+

Nearest Police Force

Devon & Cornwall Police

Primary Force

Headquarters: Police Headquarters, Middlemoor, Exeter, EX2 7HQ

Devon and Cornwall Police is the territorial police force responsible for policing the counties of Devon and Cornwall, including the unitary authority areas of Plymouth, Torbay and the Isles of Scilly.

Website:www.devon-cornwall.police.uk

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Nearest Courts

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Exeter Crown Court

17.9 miles away

Crown Court

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Plymouth Crown Court

46.6 miles away

Crown Court

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Taunton Crown Court

57.3 miles away

Crown Court

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Dorchester Crown Court

94.3 miles away

Crown Court

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Cardiff Crown Court

94.8 miles away

Crown Court

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Nearest Custody Centres

Exeter St Davids Police Station Exeter St Davids Station, Exeter, EX4 4NT

16.8 mi

Exeter Police Station Heavitree Road, Exeter, EX1 2LR

18.4 mi

Torquay Police Station South Street, Torquay, TQ2 5AH

33.4 mi

Okehampton Police Station Exeter Road, Okehampton, EX20 1NN

15.8 mi

Nearest Prison

Exeter

17.5 miles away

HMP Exeter, 30 New North Road, Exeter, EX4 4EX

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Legal Solicitors & Legal Help in Devon

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EMINENCE GRISE LIMITED

Solicitor

Property - ResidentialProperty - Commercial

Exeter

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CFEL LIMITED

Solicitor

Litigation - OtherDiscriminationEmployment

CREDITON

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ROBSON SHAW LIMITED

Solicitor

Personal Injury

EXETER

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HOTCHKISS WARBURTON

Solicitor

Property - ResidentialCommercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and OtherNon-Litigation - Other+4

CREDITON

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CHARLESWORTH NICHOLL & CO

Solicitor

FamilyProbate and Estate AdministrationNon-Litigation - Other+3

CREDITON

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Qualitysolicitors Charlesworth Nicholl

Legal Aid Provider

Family

Crediton

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Khift Ltd

Solicitor

Planning

Crediton

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Rosie Bracher Solicitors LLP

Legal Aid Provider

Family

Okehampton

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About Devon

Devon is a county in England. This directory connects you to local justice services including police, courts, custody centres, prisons and trusted legal professionals.

Local police, courts & legal help in one place
Access to legal-aid & private solicitors
Transparent, independent & community focused

County at a glance

Area6,707 sq km
Population1,254,506
Police ForceDevon & Cornwall Police
Court Locations5 nearby
Prisons1 nearby

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Frequently asked questions

How do I contact the police in Devon?

Where is the nearest court in Devon?

How can I get legal aid in Devon?

How do I visit someone in prison near Devon?