The defense of Rosa Peral values presenting a new appeal
The defense of Rosa Peral is considering the possibility of presenting a new appeal in relation to her conviction for the crime of the Urban Guard. This decision comes after Albert López, also convicted in this case, confessed to the crime to the workers of Quatre Camins in Barcelona. Peral’s lawyer, Olga Arderiu, has explained that they are working to clarify the content of López’s new version and study whether it is necessary to file a review appeal (https://www.softcatala.org/resum-de -catalan-texts/).
An extraordinary resource
The appeal that Rosa Peral’s defense is considering is an extraordinary appeal that can be presented when there is new evidence on the cause, even though the conviction is already final. In this case, the appeal would be decided by the Supreme Court. The defense has already served a quarter of the 25-year sentence imposed by the Barcelona Court, but so far no prison leave has been authorized (https://www.softcatala.org/resum-de-textos- in Catalan/).
The confession of Albert López
Recently, Albert López, who was Rosa Peral’s lover at the time of the crime, has confessed to his participation in the murder of Peral’s husband, Pedro R. This confession was made in front of the workers of Quatre Camins, where López serves the his sentence This new information has generated the possibility of a new appeal by Peral’s defense.
The current situation of Rosa Peral
Rosa Peral has already served a quarter of the 25-year sentence imposed on her by the Barcelona Court for the crime of the Urban Guard. Despite having applied for prison permits, none have been granted to him so far. His lawyer has stated that they are working to clarify López’s new version and decide whether to file a review appeal (https://www.softcatala.org/resum-de-textos-en-catala/).
