Reported strangulation / non-fatal strangulation

Reported strangulation / non-fatal strangulation (i.e. choking, strangling, suffocating) in domestic/intimate partner / domestic violence. Data are still scarce, with variation by country, study population, and whether hospital/forensic or police data. Key Statistics on Strangulation in Domestic / Intimate Partner Violence Statistic Value / Range Population / Setting Notes Lifetime prevalence of non-fatal intimate-partner strangulation among… Read More Reported strangulation / non-fatal strangulation

Gender-based killing of women by men

In Europe, femicide—the gender-based killing of women by men—remains a deeply concerning issue, though the rates and patterns vary across countries. While the United Kingdom reports that a woman is killed by a man every three days, European statistics present a broader and more complex picture.OBC Transeuropa+2OBC Transeuropa+2 🇪🇺 European Overview In 2023, 749 women were… Read More Gender-based killing of women by men

TYPES OF MOBILE PHONE DATA USED IN COURT

Mobile phone data and digital forensics play an increasingly critical role in court cases both in Spain and the UK, particularly in criminal proceedings, family law disputes, and civil litigation. While both countries follow distinct legal systems—Spain uses a civil law system, and the UK uses a common law system—they share common principles when it comes to the admissibility… Read More TYPES OF MOBILE PHONE DATA USED IN COURT

Preparing for Court When the Truth Is Heavy: A Survivor’s Guide to Documenting Hidden Abuse and Financial Manipulation

When you’re walking into a courtroom not just with documents, but with the weight of everything you’ve endured — the manipulation, the threats, the gaslighting, the financial deceit — you are not just preparing a legal case. You are walking the long and lonely road of reclaiming your truth. This is not just about proving… Read More Preparing for Court When the Truth Is Heavy: A Survivor’s Guide to Documenting Hidden Abuse and Financial Manipulation

🔐 What is “Secreto de Sumario”?

“Secreto de sumario” literally means “summary secrecy”, but in legal terms, it refers to a court-imposed secrecy order during the investigation phase of a criminal case in Spain. It means that: The contents of the investigation — including evidence like phone records, forensic reports, witness statements, and police reports — are kept confidential and cannot be accessed by the accused, the victim, the media,… Read More 🔐 What is “Secreto de Sumario”?

⏳ General Timeline for Mobile Phone Analysis in Spain

Handing over a mobile phone to the Guardia Civil (Spain’s national police force) for evidence in a legal or criminal case is a serious matter, and the timeline can vary significantly depending on several factors. ⏳ General Timeline for Mobile Phone Analysis in Spain On average, mobile phone forensic analysis in Spain can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months,… Read More ⏳ General Timeline for Mobile Phone Analysis in Spain

🔍 Are You Being Watched?💔 When love turns into surveillance, it’s no longer love — it’s control.

If you’ve ever discovered:📹 Hidden cameras in your home📱 Phone tapping or mirrored devices💻 Spyware on your computer or apps🚗 GPS tracking or unusual behavior from your tech📦 Unexpected “gifts” like smart speakers, plugs, or devices you didn’t request You may be experiencing covert stalking or surveillance — a serious violation of your privacy, peace, and autonomy. 🧠 From… Read More 🔍 Are You Being Watched?💔 When love turns into surveillance, it’s no longer love — it’s control.

🔒 Sensitive Means SILENT: Why You Shouldn’t Share Details of an Ongoing Investigation (Even with Family)

When you’re involved in a criminal investigation — whether it’s suspected stalking, criminal damage, coercive control, or illegal surveillance — there’s one golden rule: 👉 Keep the details between you and the authorities.Not your neighbor.Not your friend.Not even your well-meaning family. Here’s why that silence protects you. 🕵️‍♀️ 1. You Could Jeopardize the Case Investigations rely on timing, discretion, and integrity. When information leaks… Read More 🔒 Sensitive Means SILENT: Why You Shouldn’t Share Details of an Ongoing Investigation (Even with Family)