When someone panics about phone/computer evidence – Forensics

How to judge when it’s safe to move forward with forensics (Spain) Think in three phases: preserve → stabilise → analyse.Forensics should never be rushed just because someone else is panicking. PHASE 1 — PRESERVATION (most critical) You are in this phase now if any of the following are true: What this means Do NOT start forensic work yet. Your priority is: Preservation… Read More When someone panics about phone/computer evidence – Forensics

Further Actions

You can take action on each incident separately, even if you already reported it in a previous denuncia, but there are some important considerations. 1. Filing separate actions after a previous denuncia Spanish police often handle multiple incidents in a single file if they’re related, but you have the right to pursue them individually, especially for civil damages… Read More Further Actions

Emerging patterns and technological abuse

🚨 A violent incident in Spain 🧑‍⚖️ Policy debate in Spain ⚖️ France — domestic violence systems under review 🪪 Broader European context (recent data and debates) EU-level commitment and legal framework Statistical trends Calls for prevention and early intervention Controversies around withdrawal from protections 📊 Social dynamics and reporting Under‑reporting remains a concern Feminicide studies 📌 Takeaway… Read More Emerging patterns and technological abuse

Keeping it in the family

When bullying, abuse, and harassment “run in the family,” you’re not dealing with isolated bad behaviour — you’re dealing with a relational system that has normalised cruelty as a way of bonding, regulating power, and enforcing loyalty. This is recognised in psychology, trauma work, and increasingly in law. What it actually means when abuse runs in a family It… Read More Keeping it in the family

Harassment or bullying by an abuser’s family when there is a restraining order in place is taken very seriously.

Here’s the clear, grounded breakdown — legally and practically. 1. Core rule (this matters most) A restraining order cannot be bypassed through family, friends, or third parties. If the family: 👉 This may constitute a breach of the restraining order by proxy. Courts call this indirect contact or contact through third parties. 2. What counts as harassment/bullying in this… Read More Harassment or bullying by an abuser’s family when there is a restraining order in place is taken very seriously.

Receiver and recorder, not investigator

If someone who knows your ex well sends you a letter describing concerns about your ex’s behaviour, here’s how to handle it safely and appropriately: 1. Treat it as information, not evidence 2. Read and document carefully 3. Do not share the letter publicly 4. Assess immediate risk 5. Prepare a neutral, factual report Important: Avoid adding opinions, assumptions,… Read More Receiver and recorder, not investigator

Grooming of minors

What it is:A deliberate process where an adult (or older youth) builds trust with a child to prepare them for sexual exploitation. How it happens: Key legal point:👉 Grooming itself is a crime, even before any sexual images, contact, or abuse occur. Intent matters, not whether the child “agreed” or understood. Sextortion of minors What it is:Using sexual images, videos, or messages… Read More Grooming of minors