Legal advice for Germans in Spain
The German authorities have recently announced a significant change in relation to compensation for innocent detainees. From January 1, 2024, the daily rate of compensation for detention will be increased from 25 euros to 50 euros. This increase is a response to the long-standing demands of lawyers and human rights organizations who argue that the current amount is disproportionate to the actual economic and social damage that unjustified imprisonment can cause.Compensation for innocent detainees
Initial consultation free of charge
Another important innovation is the introduction of free initial legal advice for those affected. This is intended to ensure that people who have been unjustly imprisoned have quick and unbureaucratic access to legal support so that they can effectively assert their claims for compensation and reparation.
Significance for Germans abroad
These changes are also of great importance for Germans abroad, especially in Spain. The increase in prison compensation and the introduction of free initial counseling could serve as a precedent and initiate similar reforms in other countries. For Germans living or temporarily residing in Spain, our law firm offers specialized legal advice to ensure that their rights are protected in both Germany and Spain.
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