Criminal law in Spain

Clear English guides on criminal law in Spain, based on official Spanish law (BOE).

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Criminal law

What to Do If You Are Arrested in Spain: Your Rights

Being deprived of your liberty is one of the most stressful and disorienting situations anyone can experience in Spain, whether they are a national…

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Denuncia vs Querella in Spain: Differences and When to Use Each

When a person is a victim of or witness to a crime in Spain, the first reaction is usually wanting to "report it". However, in the Spanish criminal…

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How to File a Police Report in Spain: A Step-by-Step Guide

Finding yourself in a situation where you are a victim or a witness of a crime generates, in addition to obvious emotional stress, a sea of legal…

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Minor Offences in Spain: What Are Delitos Leves?

The criminal justice system in Spain does not always reserve its courts for the most serious crimes we see in the news. On a day-to-day basis, the vast…

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How to Clear Your Criminal Record in Spain: A Step-by-Step Guide

Having a criminal record in Spain is an invisible burden that can completely condition your personal, professional, and administrative life. From being…

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Fast-Track Trial in Spain: How the Juicio Rápido Works

Being involved in criminal proceedings in Spain, whether as a victim or as an investigated party, is an extremely stressful situation that generates a…

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Crime of Fraud in Spain: Elements, Penalties and Steps

In the digital age, scams and financial fraud have become highly sophisticated, turning into one of the main concerns for citizens and businesses in…