Harassment includes criminal behaviors such as physical stalking, persistent calls, repeated messages, creation of fake profiles, and any action that seriously disrupts the victim’s daily life.
Crimes against the person
Harassment offense
Harassment offenses encompass repeated acts of stalking, harassment, or surveillance that seriously disrupt a person’s daily life, causing them distress, fear, or insecurity. These behaviors can occur in various settings, such as personal, professional, or online environments, and do not necessarily require the use of physical violence to be considered a crime.
Criminal lawyers specializing in harassment offenses
At Nieto Enríquez Criminal Lawyers , a criminal defense firm in Barcelona , we offer specialized legal representation in cases of harassment as defined in the Spanish Penal Code . We have extensive experience in these types of proceedings, advising both complainants and those accused of harassment , with the aim of protecting their rights and providing the best legal strategy.
Regarding harassment offenses
The penalty for the crime of harassment under the Penal Code can be imprisonment from 3 months to 2 years or a fine, in addition to restrictive measures such as restraining orders.
The crime of harassment requires repeated conduct, lack of legitimacy, and that generates a serious alteration in the life of the victim.
It is advisable to report the harassment immediately and gather evidence (messages, witnesses, call logs). Having a criminal defense attorney will facilitate legal protection and the defense of your rights.
A lawyer specializing in harassment crimes can help you prove the lack of a crime, the absence of repetition, or the non-existence of serious disruption in the life of the complainant.