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Is It Legal to Buy Cheap Sunglasses or Bags in Palma?
Cheap street-sold sunglasses or bags in Palma may be illegal if they are counterfeit or banned goods.
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Is buying cheap sunglasses or bags in Palma legal?
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Why are there so many police raids on counterfeit goods in Palma?
Because the street market is driven by both supply chains and ongoing demand.
What happens to counterfeit goods after a police seizure in Mallorca?
They are usually kept as evidence, then stored or destroyed.
Are tourists in Palma fined for buying counterfeit goods?
Yes, buyers can also be fined under the new rules.
When is the best time to avoid street sellers in Palma’s old town?
They are most common when the old town is busy with visitors.
What is the connection between counterfeit sales and organized crime in Mallorca?
The scale of the trade points to organized supply chains, not just lone sellers.
What can authorities do in Mallorca besides street raids against fake goods?
Authorities also need investigations, warehouse checks and prevention measures.
Why do street sellers keep coming back after police operations in Palma?
Because raids do not change the wider forces behind the trade.
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