If you have received a summons for a minor offence trial in Madrid, it is important to prepare your defence before going to court. At FH Abogados we review your summons, formally enter the proceedings to access the court file, and prepare the defence strategy together with you.
The Spanish Criminal Code defines a minor offence (delito leve) as one carrying a minor penalty. Article 33.4 of the Criminal Code sets out which penalties are minor: chiefly a fine of up to three months, permanent location (localización permanente) of one day to three months, or community service of one to thirty days.
Theft
Art. 234.2 CC. A fine of 1 to 3 months where the amount taken is under €400.
Bodily injury
Art. 147.2 CC. A fine of 1 to 3 months.
Threats
Art. 171.7 CC. Permanent location of 5 to 30 days, community service, or a fine of 1 to 4 months.
Coercion
Art. 172.3 CC. A fine of 1 to 3 months.
Damage to property
Art. 263.1 CC. A fine of 1 to 3 months where the damage does not exceed €400.
Insults or degrading treatment
Art. 173.4 CC. Permanent location, community service, or a fine of 1 to 4 months when directed at family members.
Physical mistreatment
Art. 147.3 CC. A fine of 1 to 2 months. Without objective injury.
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Same day
Your summons is reviewed by a lawyer the same day you receive it.
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Direct contact
From the very first contact you deal directly with a lawyer, with no intermediaries.
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Plain language
We explain the matter, its consequences and your options without unnecessary jargon.
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Free assessment
We listen to your case, review your documents and tell you honestly whether it is worth pursuing and by which route.
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Fixed written quote
Before starting, you receive a written quote with the fees and the foreseeable court costs. No surprises.
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We handle everything
Filings, deadlines, hearings and communication with the court. You are kept informed at every relevant step.
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Resolution and follow-up
We pursue the matter until it is actually resolved, including enforcement if the other side does not comply.
