Francisco Javier Martín Porras

Criminal law Practical guidesTrial for a minor offence in Spain: what it is like and how to defend yourself

The former misdemeanour trials are today trials for minor offences. How the procedure works, whether you need a lawyer and how to prepare your defence.

Criminal law Practical guidesGender-based violence in Spain: what happens after a complaint

After a complaint for gender-based violence a fast-track procedure with possible precautionary measures is activated. We explain the path and the defence for both parties.

Criminal law Practical guidesSuspended sentence in Spain: how to avoid going to prison

A prison sentence does not always mean going to jail. Requirements, conditions, time limits and how to apply for suspension of the sentence (art. 80 CP).

Criminal law Practical guidesHow to appeal a criminal judgment in Spain: the recurso de apelación

A conviction is not the last word. How the appeal works, its deadlines and its keys.

Criminal law Practical guidesRestraining order: what to do if one is imposed on you or if you need to apply for one

A restraining order is a precautionary measure with serious consequences. How to act both if it is imposed on you and if you need to apply for one.

Criminal law Practical guidesHow to choose a good criminal lawyer (and what to ask at the first consultation)

Choosing the right criminal lawyer makes all the difference. These are the keys to getting it right and the questions you should ask at the first consultation.

Criminal law Practical guidesYou are the victim of a crime: how to join the proceedings as a private prosecutor

Joining the proceedings as a private prosecutor allows you to take an active part in the criminal process to defend your interests. We explain how and why it is worthwhile.

Criminal law Practical guidesI have received a criminal complaint (denuncia or querella): what to do and within what deadlines

If a complaint or querella has been filed against you, these are the steps, your rights and the key deadlines to prepare your defence.

Case law and legal doctrine Criminal lawThe Supreme Court’s “triple test” for assessing the victim’s testimony

Absence of subjective incredibility, plausibility and persistence: this is how the victim's testimony is assessed. The Supreme Court warns that it is not a fixed formula.

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