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Jaume Anglada after serious accident in Palma: Why Joan Miró is facing renewed criticism

Hit-and-run offences and legal consequences in Spain

In Spain, leaving the scene after an accident is a serious offence with criminal consequences.

Published: April 22, 2026
Jaume Anglada after serious accident in Palma: Why Joan Miró is facing renewed criticism

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Are hit-and-run drivers prosecuted in Spain?

Yes, leaving the scene after an accident is a serious offence in Spain and can lead to criminal consequences. It is treated very differently from a panic reaction, because the law expects drivers to stop and help or call emergency services. In Mallorca, as elsewhere in Spain, a hit-and-run can greatly complicate both the investigation and the victim’s recovery.

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