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Document overview
Governs jurisdiction, commencement of claims, evidential procedure, judgments, appeals and enforcement.
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Scope and exclusions
Applies to
Applies in civil and commercial courts unless a special procedural statute provides otherwise.
Limitations and exclusions
Administrative, criminal, labour, family and investment-commercial matters may have special jurisdiction and procedure rules.
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Official source
Royal Decree 29/2002 · Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs
August 24, 2026
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