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Written defence submission
Meaning in Spanish law and related legal services.
What it means
A response to the prosecution setting out the defence position and proposed evidence under the applicable procedure. The specific notice and deadline must be checked.
Legal reference
Criminal Procedure Act · Art. 652 — Written defence submission, Art. 784 — Written defence submission
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.