Legal Provisions on Criminal Offenses and Procedures

Article 61

Are considered criminal offenses of lower offensive potential, for the purposes of this Act, misdemeanors and criminal crimes to which the law imputes a maximum penalty not exceeding two (2) years, combined with or without a fine. (Writing by Law No. 11,313, 2006)

Law 8.137/90 Article 5

Crimes of the same nature are:

  1. Require exclusivity of advertising, transmitting, or distribution of advertising material, to the detriment of competition;
  2. To condition the sale of goods or service utilization
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Understanding Property Law: A Comprehensive Guide to Possession and Ownership

LAW OF THINGS (Article 1196 to 1510 CC)

Property law encompasses the rules governing relationships between individuals and things. However, not all things are subject to this right, which focuses on things with economic value.

PERSONAL RIGHTS vs. REAL RIGHTS

Personal Rights grant the holder the right to take action against specific individuals to obtain a court-ordered remedy.

Real Rights grant the holder the right to act against everyone and everything that interferes with their right.

  • Personal rights
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Right to Privacy, Data Protection & Private Security in Spain

Right to Personal and Family Intimacy and Data Protection in Spain

European Union Legislation

Apart from Article 18 of the European Convention on Human Rights (right to privacy), regulations exist at the Community level concerning personal data protection. Policy 25/46 of 24-10 addresses the physical protection of personal data with regard to processing and free movement. This policy establishes a framework adopted by each country, based on the Treaty on European Union, to ensure the free movement

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The Audit Process: Planning, Reporting, and Opinions

The Planning Process

It was decided a priori to determine the audit procedures and techniques to be used, the tests to be performed, and the working papers to document the work and staff involved.

Phases of Planning

The plan covers all stages of developing an external audit. We will outline these stages, including the internal control procedures and the final phase.

A) Preliminary Phase:

The success of the audit work depends largely on good planning and proper documentation. The preliminary stage includes:

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EU Influence on Private Security & Research: A Legal Overview

The Influence of the European Union on Safety and Private Security Research

EU Law and Freedoms

EU law establishes a range of freedoms designed to ensure a common market among member countries. These freedoms, however, can be subject to limitations for reasons of public order, public health, and safety.

Key Articles of the Treaty on European Union:

  • Art. 39: Free movement of workers. Abolition of discrimination based on nationality in relation to employment, remuneration, and working conditions. This
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Private Security in Spain: Regulations and Requirements

Private Security in Spain

Security Companies

Security is a fundamental aspect of modern society, and in Spain, it is regulated by Law 23/92 of July 30th and Royal Decree 2364/94 of December 9th. These regulations establish the framework for private security companies and personnel, outlining their responsibilities and obligations.

Security companies play a crucial role in complementing and supporting the efforts of law enforcement agencies (FFCCS). They are obligated to assist and cooperate with the

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