Dani Alves, a former Brazilian national team player with 126 appearances, was a team member at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
A Spanish legal official is advocating for a nine-year imprisonment for Dani Alves, the former defender for Brazil and Barcelona.
Alves, aged 40, faces trial in Spain, accused of sexually assaulting a woman last December.
Since his arrest in January, Alves has been held in custody without bail, following allegations of assaulting a woman in a nightclub in Barcelona.
Initially denying any sexual interaction with the woman, Alves later admitted to having consensual sex with her.
The prosecutor is also recommending a protective order against Alves post-imprisonment and compensation of 150,000 euros (approximately £130,500) to the plaintiff.
In August, Alves was formally charged by a court near Barcelona, which later ruled that there was sufficient evidence for a trial.
The trial date for Alves, who represented Brazil in the previous World Cup and had his contract with Mexico’s UNAM club cancelled after his arrest, is still pending.
In Spain, rape allegations fall under the broader category of sexual assault, with convictions potentially leading to four to 15 years in prison.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Dani Alves Trial
What is the nature of the charges against Dani Alves?
Dani Alves is facing charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman in a Barcelona nightclub in December. He has been in custody without bail since January.
How long is the prison term sought by the Spanish prosecutor for Alves?
The Spanish prosecutor is seeking a nine-year prison term for Dani Alves in relation to the sexual assault allegations.
Has Dani Alves admitted to any encounter with the accuser?
Yes, Dani Alves initially denied any sexual encounter with the accuser but later admitted to having consensual sex with her.
What additional measures has the prosecutor requested apart from the prison term?
Alongside the prison term, the prosecutor has requested a restraining order against Alves and compensation of 150,000 euros to the victim.
Is there a set trial date for Dani Alves?
As of now, a trial date for Dani Alves has not been set. He is to stand trial in Spain, and the court has decided there is enough evidence to proceed.
How does Spain handle rape allegations in its legal system?
In Spain, rape allegations are investigated under the general accusation of sexual assault, with convictions potentially leading to prison sentences ranging from four to 15 years.
More about Dani Alves Trial
- Dani Alves Arrest and Charges
- Legal Proceedings in Alves Case
- Impact on Alves’ Football Career
- Spain’s Legal System and Sexual Assault
5 comments
wow, can’t believe what’s happening with Dani Alves, thought he was a role model, this is shocking.
just heard the podcast about it, really detailed, worth a listen guys. Can’t believe he’s still in custody since January.
Heartbroken as a Barca fan, Alves was a legend here, hard to see past this though, justice first.
This is so sad… justice needs to be served, no matter who it is. Spain’s legal system seems pretty strict?
interesting to see how Spanish law deals with these cases, 9 years is a long time… but if he’s guilty, he deserves it.