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Obstruction of justice

Meaning in Spanish law and related legal services.

What it means

Statutory offences that obstruct court proceedings, including certain failures to attend and acts of intimidation. The specific conduct determines the elements to be proved.

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Plain-language explanation of Spanish law, not an official legal definition. The linked English legislation is an unofficial translation; the Spanish reference text should be consulted in case of doubt.

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