Investigado, Imputado, Acusado: What These Spanish Legal Terms Mean
Received Spanish court papers calling you investigado, imputado or acusado? What each term means, what changed in 2015, and what to do at each stage.
General Guides
What you need to know before any criminal case in Spain: how to choose a lawyer, what it costs, what each legal term means and what to do if a family member has been arrested.
How to Choose a Criminal Lawyer in Spain (and What to Ignore)
What to look for when choosing a criminal defence lawyer in Spain: specialisation, experience in your type of case, honesty, direct contact in English, and the red flags to avoid.
A Family Member Has Been Arrested in Spain: What You Can Do
What to do if a relative is arrested in Spain: what you must be told, how to appoint a lawyer before they make a statement, the 72-hour limit, and the mistakes to avoid.
How Much Does a Criminal Lawyer Cost in Spain?
How much a criminal lawyer costs in Spain and what the price depends on. Fees, what legal aid covers and why a foreign national usually pays privately.