{"id":407,"date":"2026-05-28T12:02:34","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T12:02:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lazarragahinojosa.com\/criminal-and-penitentiary-law\/"},"modified":"2026-09-15T15:19:34","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T15:19:34","slug":"criminal-and-penitentiary-law","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.lazarragahinojosa.com\/en\/criminal-and-penitentiary-law\/","title":{"rendered":"Criminal and Penitentiary Law"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Criminal and Penitentiary Law<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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CRIMINAL LAW<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Criminal Defense Attorneys. Reliability and Experience When You Need It Most <\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Lazarraga & Hinojosa Abogados<\/strong> offers you an effective defense aimed at achieving a favorable outcome for your interests. It is crucial to entrust your case to specialized attorneys who can provide you with the best possible strategy<\/strong> from the very beginning\u2014just as our attorneys do. <\/p>\n

LAZARRAGA & HINOJOSA ABOGADOS<\/strong> <\/span>has attorneys specializing in criminal law with extensive experience, who represent clients equally well as defense counsel or prosecutors, depending on the case, in all types of criminal offenses, such as fraud, economic crimes, money laundering, malfeasance, bribery, crimes against public health, assault, homicide, domestic violence, traffic safety, etc.<\/p>\n

Legal advice in criminal matters is among the most critical for a client\u2019s future, as a poor advisor can have dire consequences for you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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LAZARRAGA & HINOJOSA ABOGADOS<\/strong> advises you to seek the best legal counsel from the very beginning. For this reason, we do not recommend that you agree to go to the police station without a lawyer in response to so-called \u201croutine\u201d calls, to meet with a police investigator regarding matters that could suddenly lead to your unexpected arrest and detention, leaving you with no choice but to rely on legal counsel you did not select in advance. <\/p>\n

At the Lazarraga & Hinojosa law firm, we assist you with defense and legal counsel in criminal matters as varied as these: Gender-Based Violence, Abuse, Juvenile Cases, Traffic Safety, DUI, 24-Hour Assistance for Detained Individuals, Injuries, Homicides, Murders, Crimes Against Land Use Planning, Economic Criminal Law, Criminal Complaints, Drug Trafficking, Fraud, Embezzlement of Public Funds. Bribery, money laundering, jury trials, property crimes such as robbery, theft, and embezzlement, and crimes against workers. <\/p>\n

We process pardons; however, it is not possible to suspend or substitute a prison sentence.<\/p>\n

Choosing a good criminal defense attorney is very important, since a single mistake could land you in prison. Our law firm in M\u00e1laga will handle your criminal case with a high probability of success, striving to obtain an acquittal when you are charged, or, in the event of a conviction, we will work to ensure you are granted a suspended sentence (Article 80 et seq. of the Penal Code) or that the sentence is replaced with a fine or community service, depending on the circumstances.<\/p>\n

We will defend your case in any city in Spain; throughout our more than 30 years of professional experience, we have handled cases throughout Spain.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Our firm can assist you if you have suffered an intolerable violation of your honor, such as through humiliating remarks or insults that constitute humiliation, contempt, or an affront to your dignity. Your right to privacy can be restored, and you may be entitled to compensation as a result of such a serious violation. <\/strong><\/p>\n

At our firm, we assist you with defense and legal advice in criminal matters as diverse as the following:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Criminal defense in legal proceedings<\/h4>

From the very beginning, we design the defense strategy best suited to your case, acting as your defense attorney or as a private prosecutor depending on your interests, in all types of criminal offenses. We stand by you and defend you vigorously at every stage of the proceedings. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Assistance to the detainee<\/h4>

We offer urgent legal assistance in the event of an arrest, accompanying you during your statement at the police station or in court. Having us by your side from the very beginning ensures that you won\u2019t have to settle for a lawyer you didn\u2019t choose during such a sensitive time for you and your family. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Particularly Complex Criminal Cases<\/h4>

Our firm has extensive experience handling highly complex cases that attract significant media attention, such as corruption schemes, corporate crimes, and cases involving numerous suspects. We handle your defense with the utmost rigor and the discretion you need in these cases. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Crimes against public health<\/h4>

We defend you against charges related to drug trafficking and narcotics, thoroughly reviewing all police and court records to identify any irregularities that could benefit your defense.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Economic and Property Crimes<\/h4>

We advise and defend you in cases involving fraud, embezzlement, breach of fiduciary duty, or money laundering, combining our criminal law experience with our expertise in banking and commercial law to provide you with the best strategy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Defense against individuals<\/h4>

We represent you in cases involving injuries, threats, or coercion, acting as either your defense attorney or your private prosecutor, depending on what best serves your interests in each proceeding.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Sexual Offenses<\/h4>

We offer specialized legal advice with the utmost discretion, whether you are a victim or a person under investigation in a case involving sexual offenses, always ensuring respectful treatment and a rigorous legal defense.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Preliminary Investigation Phase, Oral Trial<\/h4>

We will support you throughout the preliminary investigation, preparing the necessary pleadings and procedural documents, and we will represent you at the trial, defending your position before the court with the thorough preparation your case deserves.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Gender-based violence and domestic violence<\/h4>

We offer comprehensive legal advice\u2014whether you are a victim or a person under investigation\u2014in cases involving gender-based and domestic violence, acting with the sensitivity and firmness that these matters require for you and your family.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Appeals Against Criminal Rulings and Judgments<\/h4>

If you have received an unfavorable criminal ruling or judgment, we will thoroughly review your case to prepare an appeal, a cassation appeal, or a constitutional appeal with the best possible chance of success, fighting for your interests until the very end.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Crimes Against Honor<\/h4>

We defend you in situations where your honor is seriously compromised by defamation or slander, as well as when you are the one facing such an accusation. We analyze each case in detail to protect your reputation and personal dignity. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Traffic Safety Offenses<\/h4>

We represent you in both criminal matters and claims for compensation arising from traffic accidents, whether due to gross negligence, traffic safety violations, or injuries sustained. We fight to ensure you receive the maximum compensation and the substantial damages to which you are entitled. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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We will defend your case in any city in Spain. Throughout our more than 25 years of professional experience, we have defended cases throughout Spain. <\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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PRISON LAW<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Specialists in Correctional Law. We look out for your best interests. We defend your rights. <\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Lazarraga & Hinojosa Abogados <\/strong>advises and represents you <\/strong>in all matters related to the prison system throughout the country. Please contact us regarding any issues that may arise during your time in prison. <\/p>\n

Our attorneys provide legal assistance<\/strong> and conduct prison visits<\/strong>. We protect the rights of inmates. <\/p>\n

We handle pardons<\/strong>, as well as the suspension and substitution of prison sentences<\/strong>. We specialize in preparing appeals to review<\/strong> our clients' prison <\/strong> sentences<\/g>. <\/p>\n

Among other things, we can assist you with matters such as:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Review of the Prison Security Classification<\/h4>

There are three levels of prison classification based on the type of crime and the prognosis for rehabilitation, which determine the inmate\u2019s prison regimen. We review your case file to request a move to a more favorable classification, striving to secure the best possible conditions for you. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Regular and Special Leave<\/h4>

We help you apply for regular leave when you meet the legal requirements, as well as for special leave in serious circumstances, such as the death or illness of a family member. We vigorously advocate for the granting of these permits before the Prison Administration and, if necessary, before the Prison Oversight Court. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Aggregation and consolidation of sentences to reduce the actual time served in prison<\/h4>

These are two distinct concepts that should not be confused. The accumulation of convictions allows for the establishment of a maximum sentence when a person has multiple convictions for related crimes, preventing the sentences from adding up indefinitely. Sentence consolidation, on the other hand, combines your sentences for the purpose of calculating when you may be eligible for furloughs, sentence reduction, or parole. We analyze your entire criminal record to determine the approach that will benefit you most and work to effectively reduce your prison term. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Leave and Scheduled Absences<\/h4>

We help you obtain the scheduled leave typical of day-release programs, so that you can maintain contact with your family and community as part of your reintegration process. We handle all the paperwork and advocate for your approval until the very end. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Prison Visitation Policy<\/h4>

We inform you of your rights and those of your family regarding regular, family, and intimate visits, and we take a firm stance against any restrictions we consider unjustified, so that you can maintain your bond with your loved ones.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Probation<\/h4>

We work to secure his parole once he meets the requirements regarding time served, third-degree classification, and a favorable prognosis for reintegration, by preparing all the necessary documentation and personally advocating for its approval before the Court of Prison Supervision.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Pretrial Detention<\/h4>

We vigorously defend you against any request for or continuation of pretrial detention, examining whether the grounds justifying it truly exist, and we fight to have it replaced with less restrictive measures, such as provisional release.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Domestic and international prisoner transfers<\/h4>

We help you arrange transfers between prisons in Spain, as well as international transfers covered by European agreements and regulations, so that you can serve your sentence at the facility that is best suited for you and your family.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Special Monitoring Inmate File System (FIES)<\/h4>

We vigorously defend your rights if you have been classified under the FIES system, which can impose significant restrictions on your daily life in prison. We assess whether that classification is justified and fight to have it reviewed or overturned. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Our attorneys will fight to secure a third-degree classification so that the inmate can be eligible for a semi-open prison regime.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Current Events and Legal Analysis<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Discover the latest developments in the legal field and our success stories:<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Lazarraga & Hinojosa in the Media<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Here you can see our press coverage:<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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