Fraud and Economic Crime in Spain: What You Need to Know

Fraud and economic crime covers a wide range of offences under Spanish law. From property fraud targeting foreign buyers on the Costa del Sol to cybercrime and investment scams, these cases require a lawyer who understands both criminal procedure and complex financial evidence.

Most Common Economic Crimes in Spain

• Estafa (fraud) — Art. 248 CP. Deception causing economic loss. Basic: 6 months to 3 years. Aggravated (over €50,000): up to 6 years.
• Administración desleal (breach of fiduciary duty) — Art. 252 CP. Directors misusing company assets.
• Apropiación indebida (misappropriation) — Art. 253 CP. Unlawful retention of assets entrusted to you.
• Falsificación documental (document forgery) — Art. 390-399 CP. Commonly charged alongside fraud.
• Delito fiscal (tax fraud) — Art. 305 CP. Defrauding the Spanish tax authorities of over €120,000.

Property Fraud on the Costa del Sol

One of the most common situations facing foreign nationals is property-related fraud — double selling, undisclosed debts, deposits not returned. Whether as victim or defendant, RINBER has extensive experience in Costa del Sol property fraud cases before the courts of Málaga, Marbella and Almería.

Contact RINBER

Manuel Rincón Bernal leads RINBER’s economic crime practice with over 25 years of experience. Call +34 627 467 042 — English-speaking, free first consultation.