Step 1: Preserve Evidence Safely
- Do not share the content with anyone except law enforcement.
- Keep digital copies secure (encrypted drives) and physical copies in a safe location.
- Avoid opening files unnecessarily to prevent accidental exposure.
Step 2: Identify the Relevant Authority
- Policía Nacional – Unidad de Delitos Telemáticos (UDT)
- Investigates digital child exploitation.
- Website: https://www.policia.es
- Guardia Civil – Unidad de Investigación Tecnológica (UIT)
- Specializes in cybercrime and mobile forensics.
- Website: https://www.guardiacivil.es
- INHOPE (hotline network for reporting child sexual abuse images)
- Website: https://www.inhope.org/
Step 3: Prepare a Report (Template)
To: Policía Nacional / Guardia Civil – Unidad de Delitos Telemáticos
Subject: Report of Suspected Child Exploitation / Underage Pornography
1. Reporter Information (Optional for Anonymity)
- Name: [Your Name or leave blank]
- Contact: [Phone / Email]
- Location: [City, Country]
- Date: [DD/MM/YYYY]
2. Summary
- Explain briefly that you are reporting suspected possession, distribution, or production of material involving minors.
- Avoid including illegal content in the report; summarize evidence without reproducing it.
3. Evidence
| Type | Description | Date/Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Letters / Correspondence | [Sender, context indicating illegal activity] | [Date] | [Any IDs, email, phone number] |
| Phone / Digital Records | [Call logs, messages, metadata] | [Date/Time] | [Connection to suspected activity] |
| Other | [Additional evidence] | [Date] | [Context] |
4. Correlation
- Explain briefly how evidence matches, e.g., “letters and phone records indicate repeated contact discussing illegal activity involving minors.”
5. Requested Actions
- Investigation under Article 189 of the Spanish Penal Code (child pornography).
- Preservation of evidence for legal proceedings.
- Guidance on submitting additional evidence safely.
6. Notes
- Affirm that you have not distributed or copied illegal content.
- Include any relevant context or observations.
Signature (Optional): ____________________
Date: ____________________
Step 4: Submit Safely
- Submit via official police website, secure email, or in person.
- Do not share files publicly.
- If possible, use encrypted attachments or physical copies handed to authorities.
Step 5: Follow Up
- Keep a record of your submission.
- Authorities may contact you for clarification.
- Seek support from a legal advisor or child protection organization if needed.
