Spain's Amnesty Law: Constitutional Court to Delegate Applicability, Expert Claims

Spain's Constitutional Court to Rule on Amnesty Law: Expert Predicts Potential for Judicial Delegation Madrid, Spain – Jaume Alonso-Cuevillas, a prominent lawyer representing the 17-A Association, has offered insights into the anticipated ruling of Spain’s Constitutional Court regarding the recently passed Amnesty Law. In an exclusive interview, Mr. Alonso-Cuevillas suggests that while the Court may declare the law constitutional in June, the actual application of the law to individual cases will be left to the lower courts. "Corre la brama per Madrid que és possible que el TC digui al juny, que la llei d’amnistia és constitucional, però que determinar si la llei és aplicable a cada cas concret depèn dels tribunals." (There's a buzz in Madrid that the Constitutional Court might say in June that the Amnesty Law is constitutional, but determining whether the law is applicable in each specific case depends on the courts.) he stated. This statement highlights the potential for the Constitutional Court to delegate responsibility, avoiding direct involvement in the potentially contentious individual cases. The interview underscores the complexity of the situation and the potential for ongoing legal battles. Mr. Alonso-Cuevillas's expert opinion provides valuable context for understanding the implications of the court's upcoming decision. The clarity of his assessment offers a nuanced perspective on the political implications of the Amnesty Law in Spain.