If you are a foreign national facing a criminal matter in Spain, an online consultation can help you understand the situation before taking further steps.
We provide English-speaking online criminal consultations for tourists, expats and foreign residents who need to understand police documents, court summons, criminal records or possible immigration consequences in Spain.
When an online consultation may be useful
An online consultation may be useful if you:
- Have received a police or court document in Spain
- Have been involved in a drink-driving matter
- Have received a criminal court summons
- Are concerned about a Spanish criminal record
- Need to understand whether a criminal matter may affect your residence, visa or nationality
- Are currently outside Spain but have a pending issue in Spain
- Need a first legal assessment before deciding whether further representation is required
What is included?
The online consultation may include:
- Initial review of the information provided
- Review of basic police or court documents, where available
- Explanation of the Spanish criminal process in English
- Identification of urgent points or deadlines
- Assessment of possible immigration or residency consequences
- Guidance on the next legal steps
- Indication of whether further legal representation may be needed
What is not included?
The online consultation does not automatically include full legal representation, court attendance, police station assistance, drafting of legal submissions or communication with courts or authorities.
If further legal work is needed, we will explain the next steps and provide a separate fee proposal where appropriate.
Documents you should send before the consultation
To make the consultation useful, please send any relevant document before the meeting, such as:
- Police report
- Court summons
- Criminal complaint
- Judgment
- Criminal record certificate
- Residence card or visa
- Notification from Spanish authorities
- Any document signed at the police station or court
Can I book a consultation from outside Spain?
Yes. Many foreign clients contact us after leaving Spain or while living abroad.
An online consultation can help you understand what has happened, whether there is a pending deadline and whether any action may be required in Spain.
How it works
- You contact us through the website
Send a short explanation of your case and any relevant document. - We review the enquiry
We check whether an online consultation is appropriate for your situation. - The consultation is confirmed
Once accepted, we confirm the consultation and provide the payment and meeting details. - We speak in English
We explain the situation, possible risks and next steps in clear language. - Further action, if needed
If representation or additional legal work is required, we provide a separate proposal.
Urgent matters
If someone has been arrested or there is an urgent court deadline, please indicate this clearly when contacting us.
Urgent in-person assistance depends on availability, location and the specific circumstances of the case.