How much is the penalty for unlawful possession of weapons?
The unlawful possession of weapons is a crime regulated in the Spanish Penal Code and can be punished with prison sentences ranging from 6 months to 3 years, depending on the type of weapon and whether it involves prohibited, modified, or regulated weapons without a license. It is not a simple administrative sanction: it is […]
What happens if I get caught driving without a license?
If you get caught driving without a license, you face the crime of driving without a permit as set out in Article 384 of the Criminal Code. This conduct can be punished with prison sentences of 3 to 6 months, fines of 12 to 24 months, or community service from 31 to 90 days. It […]
Cristina Nieto Enríquez analyzes on Noticias Cuatro the Penal Code penalties for arson
Wildfires have become one of the greatest tragedies of every summer in our country. Beyond the irreparable environmental and material losses, these disasters affect thousands of people whose safety and homes are threatened. In this context, our criminal lawyer Cristina Nieto Enríquez participated in a report broadcast by Noticias Cuatro to explain the legal implications […]
What are minor offences?
Minor offences, according to the Spanish Criminal Code, are criminal offences of lesser seriousness, punished with light penalties. They do not reach the seriousness of less serious or serious crimes and do not involve prison sentences. Until the 2015 criminal reform, these types of acts were known as faltas (misdemeanours), but since then they have […]
What is the difference between robbery and theft?
The main difference between robbery and theft lies in the use of force or violence. Robbery involves the use of force on objects (such as breaking a lock) or violence or intimidation against people to take someone else’s property. Theft, on the other hand, occurs without using any of these means, taking objects without the […]
What is the difference between homicide and murder?
The difference between homicide and murder lies in the presence of aggravating circumstances. Both crimes involve the intentional killing of a person, but murder is considered more serious because it is committed with premeditation, cruelty, for a promise or reward, or with the intent to facilitate or conceal another crime. Just one of these circumstances […]
What is a public disorder offense?
A public disorder offense is a category within the Criminal Code that encompasses various actions that seriously disrupt public order and peace. This type of offense refers to acts that disturb the normal functioning of society, causing alarm or insecurity within the community. These offenses are often associated with violent or defiant behavior that threatens […]
How much do you need to steal for it to be considered a robbery?
Robbery is one of the most common crimes and, at the same time, one of the most severely punished by law. But how much do you need to steal for an act to be considered a robbery? Often, people may wonder whether their action of taking something without permission falls within the scope of theft […]
What is identity theft and when is it considered a crime?
Identity theft consists of impersonating another person by using their personal data to perform acts in their name without their consent. It is considered a crime when this impersonation involves carrying out legal or juridical acts that only the true person could perform, such as collecting money, signing documents, or filing claims. It is not […]
What is the crime of drug trafficking?
The crime of drug trafficking involves the production, distribution, sale, transportation, or any activity aimed at promoting or facilitating the illegal consumption of narcotic, toxic, or psychotropic substances. It is regulated under Articles 368 to 378 of the Spanish Criminal Code, whose main objective is to protect public health and prevent these actions from harming […]
