If you are experiencing a situation of gender violence , it is important that you know that you are not alone and that there are measures you can take to protect yourself from your alleged attacker. Given the relevance of the topic and the need to have the best information about it, from LVG Legal , legal professionals in Lugo, Ourense and Madrid , we tell you in this article what steps you must follow to file a complaint for gender violence, in by virtue of what the Spanish legal system dictates.
It is essential to collect evidence
Before filing a complaint for gender violence , it is important that, if possible, you gather all the evidence you can about the situation you have suffered or may currently be suffering. This may include:
- Medical reports or injury reports
- Photographs of the injuries
- Threatening text messages, emails, or phone calls
- Testimonies from all witnesses who can verify the situation
Go to a women's care center
In Spain, there are women's care centers where they can offer you free legal advice and support. In these centers, they will help you write the complaint and will accompany you throughout the entire process. If you prefer, our lawyers in Lugo, Ourense and Madrid can also take care of accompanying you in this process, representing you legally and filing the corresponding complaint.
File a complaint for gender violence
You can file the complaint at any police station, Civil Guard barracks or at the duty court . You can also do this, or ask for much more assistance, by phone by calling 016, the help number for victims of gender violence. Remember that this phone number does not leave a trace on invoices. No one else will know you called.
Request protective measures
By filing a complaint, you can request protective measures for yourself and your children . In cases of gender violence, a judge can determine measures such as these:
- A restraining order against the aggressor
- The prohibition of communication with the aggressor
- Child custody
It is essential to seek specialized legal assistance
At LVG Legal we insist that cases of gender violence require specialized legal assistance to assist you throughout a process that is obviously complex, especially on an emotional and legal level. In our law firm in Lugo, Ourense and Madrid we are ready and always available to clients who need legal help against gender violence.
Useful resources in cases of gender violence
In addition to our legal assistance, at LVG Legal we remind you of three important resources that can be of help at any given time:
In any case, do not be left alone in this situation: contact us at our offices in Lugo, Ourense and Madrid, and we will help you.