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In-depth research on pardons granted in Spain since 1996.

Justice

231 pardons for people convicted of corruption since 1996

February 1, 2022

Aznar granted 139 and Zapatero, 62. Rajoy issued 16 and Sánchez, 4. The majority pardon crimes of prevarication and embezzlement.

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Explore all pardons

See all pardons granted in Spain since 1996. Find out how many are granted each year and convicted for what crimes.

Justice

Pardons vs. Convictions

February 1, 2022

Perversion of justice, embezzlement and crimes against the environment: the most frequently pardoned crimes.

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About this project

Accountability of the pardons conceded by the Spanish Government. Through data and investigations, we analyse the use of this discretionary privilege to spark public debate around a law enacted in the XIX century.

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