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Text in force since 12 January 2023.
The text below is the official Spanish wording of this provision; the summary and guidance above are in English.
TÍTULO XIII — Delitos contra el patrimonio y contra el orden socioeconómico
Text in force since 12 January 2023.
The text below is the official Spanish wording of this provision; the summary and guidance above are in English.
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Article 253 of the Criminal Code: misappropriation — penalties, case law and defence strategyOur firm’s monographic guide to this provision, with typical scenarios and lines of defence.
History of reforms to this article, from oldest to most recent, as recorded in the BOE’s consolidated legislation.
Ley Orgánica 10/1995, de 23 de noviembre, del Código Penal.
In force from 24/05/1996 to 30/09/2004
In force from 01/10/2004 to 30/06/2015
In force from 01/07/2015 to 11/01/2023
Orientative data computed from the highest prison term mentioned in this article. Aggravated or mitigated subtypes, non-custodial penalties and concurrence rules may alter the outcome in each specific case.
Our team regularly defends those accused under misappropriation. Technical strategy aimed at dismissal or acquittal when legally viable.
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