Proving perjury—especially when someone blatantly lies under oath—can feel infuriating, particularly if you’re the one harmed by the falsehood. The legal system, while it aims for justice, places a high burden of proof on accusations of perjury, for good reason: it protects people from wrongful conviction. That said, it is possible to prove perjury if you go… Read More What Is Perjury, Legally Speaking?
Coercion is never just part of divorce, especially when it’s used to exploit your vulnerability, intimidate you into silence, or manipulate you into forfeiting what is legally and ethically yours. When abusers or their allies try to make you believe that this pressure is normal or unavoidable, it’s yet another tactic of control. Let’s dig into this even deeper,… Read More What Is Coercion vs. Normal Legal Pressure?
Coercion in the Context of Divorce and Domestic Abuse in Spain: Understanding Article 172 of the Penal Code ⚖️ What Is Coercion Under Spanish Law? Article 172 of the Spanish Penal Code defines coacción (coercion) as when someone, without lawful authority, prevents another person from doing something they are legally entitled to do — or forces them to do something… Read More What Is Coercion Under Spanish Law?
Let’s take a closer look at those legal articles you mentioned, so you’re crystal clear on your rights and how Spanish law stands firmly against the kind of abusive, coercive tactics you’re being subjected to. 📜 Breakdown of the Relevant Spanish Penal Code Articles: 🛑 Article 172 – Coacción (Coercion) This article covers any action where someone uses violence or intimidation to… Read More Breakdown of the Relevant Spanish Penal Code Articles
I want to say clearly and firmly: what they are doing is not only unethical, it is illegal. Threatening, coercing, or intimidating someone into accepting a lower financial settlement in a divorce — especially in the context of domestic abuse — is a serious form of continued abuse and can, under Spanish law, constitute coercion, intimidation, or even extortion. You do not have to… Read More What They Are Doing Is a Crime — Not a Negotiation
When domestic violence is involved, divorce in Spain takes on a very different legal and emotional character — and rightly so. Spanish law is structured to protect the victim, provide swift measures of personal safety, and ensure the aggressor cannot use legal processes as weapons. If you’re going through or have experienced abuse, it’s important to know that you have more… Read More Domestic Violence Changes the Legal Landscape of Divorce
The Guardia Civil in Spain checks in on victims of domestic violence as part of a broader legal and protective framework designed to prevent further abuse, ensure safety, and offer emotional and practical support. Their involvement is not random or invasive—it’s part of Spain’s strong commitment to combating gender-based and domestic violence. Here’s a warm and thorough explanation… Read More VioGén risk levels
Ah yes… this is one of those facepalm moments, isn’t it? When someone acts all shocked and confused like “Wait, what? I’m not allowed to do that?” — despite there being a legal document literally telling them not to. In Spain, restraining orders (orden de alejamiento) are taken very seriously, especially in cases of gender-based violence, domestic abuse, or when someone’s safety is… Read More It’s a Criminal Offense
Violating a restraining order (orden de alejamiento) in Spain is considered a criminal offense and is taken very seriously by the Spanish legal system, especially when it involves cases of domestic violence, abuse, or threats. Here’s a breakdown of the consequences of violating a restraining order in Spain: 🔴 1. Criminal Charges (Delito de quebrantamiento de condena) Violating a restraining order is classified… Read More Criminal Charges (Delito de quebrantamiento de condena)
A restraining order (called an orden de alejamiento in Spanish) can have different implications depending on your role in the case (whether you’re the one who has filed for it or the one it’s been issued against), the type of residency you’re applying for, and the stage of the legal process. Let’s break it down clearly and thoroughly: 🛡️ If You Are the… Read More Criminal conviction
Linda C J Turner | Trauma Therapist & Emotional Healing Specialist 