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Text in force since 1 July 2015.
The text below is the official Spanish wording of this provision; the summary and guidance above are in English.
TÍTULO XXII — Delitos contra el orden público
Text in force since 1 July 2015.
The text below is the official Spanish wording of this provision; the summary and guidance above are in English.
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Article 550 of the Criminal Code: assault on authority — 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 30/06/2015
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.
Highest prison term mentioned
6 years
Classification (arts. 13 & 33 CP)
Serious offense
Limitation period (art. 131 CP)
10 years
Our team regularly defends those accused under assault on authority. Technical strategy aimed at dismissal or acquittal when legally viable.
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