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Appeal

Meaning and relationship to your legal situation.

What it means

A challenge requesting review of a decision by the competent court. Availability, time limits and scope depend on the decision and the applicable procedure.

Legal reference

Spanish Criminal Procedure Act · art. 766, art. 790

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