Legal assistance for a detained person
A detained person's right to assistance from a lawyer with the safeguards established by criminal procedure.
What to bear in mind
It covers defence and advice under statutory conditions. Detention grounds, rights information and investigative steps should be reviewed.
Preparing for your consultation
Keep summonses, complaints and court orders, note notification dates and obtain advice before giving a statement or missing a deadline. Preserve original documents.
Legal source
Criminal Procedure Act, article 520 · BOE (opens in a new tab)
Related content
General information on Spanish law. Application depends on the facts, current legislation and, where relevant, regional civil law or international rules. Reviewed: 26 October 2026.