Criminal Defence · Alicante & Costa BlancaEnglish-Speaking Criminal Lawyer in Alicante

Arrested in Spain? Read this first

Under Spanish law you have the right to an interpreter, the right to remain silent and the right to appoint a private lawyer of your choice instead of the duty solicitor. Police custody is limited to a maximum of 72 hours before you must be released or brought before a judge. Our advice in every case: do not sign anything and do not give a statement until your own lawyer is sitting next to you. Statements made in those first hours shape the entire case.

Drink-driving and traffic offences on the Costa Blanca

Driving with a breath-alcohol reading above 0.60 mg/l is a criminal offence in Spain, prosecuted through fast-track trials that can be over within days. Handled correctly, most first-time offences are resolved with a fine and a driving ban — without prison and, where possible, protecting the validity of your foreign licence. The key decisions are taken at the police station and in the first 48 hours.

Arrested at Alicante-Elche airport

Customs and drug-related arrests, European Arrest Warrants and airport incidents require immediate, specialised action. We attend the airport and the National Police facilities at any hour, liaise with your consulate if you wish, and take over the case from the very first minute.

Defence for residents and tourists

You do not need to stay in Spain while your case is ongoing. With a power of attorney we conduct the entire proceedings on your behalf, keep you informed in English by email and video call, and arrange sworn interpreters whenever your presence is required. We act for British, Irish, Dutch, Scandinavian and other international residents across the province of Alicante, and for clients who have already returned home.

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