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Alaró no longer entirely secure: Palma trial puts protection of the elderly at the center

Why major Mallorca cases from Alaró go to court in Palma

Major Mallorca criminal cases are often heard in Palma even when the incident happened in a village like Alaró.

Published: April 22, 2026
Alaró no longer entirely secure: Palma trial puts protection of the elderly at the center

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Why is the trial taking place in Palma if the incident happened in Alaró?

Serious criminal cases from across Mallorca are handled in Palma because that is where the island’s main court system is based. Even when an incident happens in a village like Alaró, the legal process often moves to Palma for hearings, evidence review, and sentencing. This is normal for major cases on the island.

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