Whether it is considered legal or not in the country in question, flag desecration and protests during national anthems continue to be strong forms of demonstration. Less serious insults can result in a fine or six to twelve months prison. Similarly, seriously insulting the royal family, the Queen’s consort, the Regent, a member of the Regency or the Prince or Princess of Asturias is punishable with a prison sentence of six months to two years.
In Spain, any publically made written or spoken insult to its Autonomous Communities, its symbols or emblems is punishable by a fine or seven to twelve months prison.Īccording to the Spanish Criminal Code, it is also a crime to threaten the royal family, or any of their direct relatives, that could see an individual imprisoned for three to six years.
