Alvaro
Lawyer · Fuengirola, Spain
- 1,584 cases handled · 1 in this service
- 14+ years in practice
- Speaks: English
- Law, Jaén
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4.97(146 reviews)
A customs seizure of goods in Spain, also described as goods seized by customs, a vehicle or lorry seized, cash seized at the airport, or decomiso and aprehensión of goods, means the authorities have taken property they suspect broke customs rules. This page is for private owners, companies and transport firms. It is not about seizure of property for debts; for that, see debt collection. It is general information, not legal advice.
Typical reasons are suspected unpaid duties, undeclared goods or cash, restricted items, or papers that do not match the load. Vehicles and lorries can be held at the same time, which is why transport companies often face this.
The authorities issue a seizure record and keep the goods. Depending on the case, an administrative procedure follows or, if smuggling is alleged, a criminal one; see smuggling offences. The owner can object or appeal within the legal time limits, either to the authority that seized the goods or before a court.
English-speaking registered lawyers can read the seizure papers, identify the legal basis, prepare objections, deal with the authorities and represent the owner or carrier. For related penalties see fines and administrative penalties.
The owner of the goods, and in many cases the carrier or driver whose papers and load are affected.
Return depends on the legal basis for the seizure and the outcome of the proceedings. Some items are returned, others are not.
A seizure takes the property; a fine is a financial penalty. Both can arise from the same case.
The registered owner and any leasing or rental company are usually involved. A lawyer can coordinate the papers.
Cash can be held when it was not declared as required or when its origin is questioned. The same objection routes apply.
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The lawyer was professional in every respect, polite and understanding, and made sure you knew all the facts about Spanish law. Thanks to his guidance and advice my case reached a good conclusion, and I was very satisfied with the result. I was surprised how reasonable and economical his fees were given his experience and knowledge. I would have no hesitation recommending him to future clients.
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