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Criminal Compliance

Comprehensive protection for the company and its directors. Exemption from criminal liability through effective control systems.

Excellent Advisory by Specialist Criminal Compliance Lawyers

As lawyers specialized in criminal compliance, at Alonso Sala we transform regulatory compliance from a legal obligation into a defensive armor for the company and its managers. Following the reform of the Penal Code, legal entities are criminally liable for crimes committed in their name or on their behalf, and for their direct or indirect benefit.

Our work consists of designing, implementing, and auditing Crime Prevention Models (MPD) that are not simple static documents, but real and effective management systems. Well-executed Compliance is the only guaranteed way to exempt corporate criminal liability.

Why does your company need Criminal Compliance?

  • Liability Exemption: Only legal way for the company not to be convicted for employee crimes.
  • Prestige and Reputation: Differentiate in the market as an ethical and secure company.
  • Third-Party Demand: Banks and major clients already require Compliance to contract.
  • Director Protection: Prevents personal liability derivations due to lack of supervision.

"We don't do shelf compliance. We create living systems that breathe the operational reality of the company, ensuring that the administrator can sleep soundly knowing their organization is armored."

Our methodology integrates international ISO 37301 and ISO 37001 standards, ensuring that the model is robust before any judicial inspection. In addition, we implement whistleblowing channels that strictly comply with Law 2/2023.

Compliance Management System Phases

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Prevention Models (MPD)

Custom design of protocols to exempt the company from criminal liability (Art. 31 bis CP).

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Whistleblowing Channel

Legal implementation of the internal information system according to Law 2/2023. Total confidentiality.

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Internal Investigations

Advisory on the discovery of internal irregularities, guaranteeing worker rights.

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Compliance Officer

External support and technical training for the internal control body of the legal entity.

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Why Alonso Sala for your Compliance?

We understand Compliance from the criminal trench. We know how to defend an MPD before a Judge because we are, first and foremost, criminal lawyers.

  • checkMultidisciplinary teams (criminal lawyers, auditors, and IT experts).
  • checkAgile and pragmatic implementation, without paralyzing the company.
  • checkSecure whistleblowing channel hosted on external servers.
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FAQs - Compliance Specialist Lawyers

What is Criminal Compliance?expand_more
It is a set of rules, protocols, and control tools that a company implements to prevent internal crimes or prevent the corporate structure from being used for illicit activities.
Why is it vital for the director?expand_more
If the company commits a crime, the Judge can convict the corporation itself. But if it has effective Compliance BEFORE the crime, the company is EXEMPT from criminal liability.
Is the Whistleblowing Channel mandatory?expand_more
Yes, for companies with more than 50 workers, political parties, unions, and foundations managing public funds. Not having it entails fines up to 1 million euros.
What crimes does it prevent?expand_more
Mainly: fraud, punishable insolvencies, crimes against the Public Treasury and Social Security, money laundering, business corruption, and workplace harassment.
Does any model downloaded from the internet work?expand_more
No. The Supreme Court requires the model to be 'real and effective', not 'cosmetic compliance'. It must be adapted to the real risks of your sector and size.
Who is the Compliance Officer?expand_more
The figure (internal or external) in charge of monitoring compliance with the Prevention Plan. They must have autonomy and their own resources to investigate suspicions.
What if a crime is discovered and we have Compliance?expand_more
If the model was strictly applied and was fraudulently bypassed by the author, the company is not liable. Compliance is the company's 'criminal insurance'.
How does it protect the shareholder?expand_more
It prevents the company's value from plummeting due to million-dollar fines, judicial dissolutions, or loss of reputation before customers and suppliers.
What is ISO 37301?expand_more
The international standard for Compliance management systems. Certification in this standard is very strong evidence before a Judge of the company's compliance culture.
Is it expensive to implement a Compliance system?expand_more
Much less than a criminal conviction. The cost adapts to the company's risk level. For an SME, it is an investment in peace of mind and professionalization.

Need Immediate and Expert Legal Assistance?

The judicial system is complex and can be relentless. Do not face it alone. We have the experience, technical knowledge, and human resources necessary to fight for you. Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation and start building your defense.

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