Hi All,
A friend living between Tortosa & El Perrello is in need of some urgent advice.  The position is that - like many expats - she decided to renovate and extend the property on her finca.....without obtaining the proper permissions and licences etc.  Not clever - I know.  We've already done the "I told you so" line. 

Following a visit earlier this year from the Agents Rural, she now finds herself facing a CRIMINAL court case next month, she sought legal advice and was simply told to demolish the building before the court appearance.........??????

If she does not appear in court on the day - she faces imprisonment.  She does not know what to expect, what the fines are likely to be and if prison is a real possible outcome. The woman is understandibly very upset and doesn't what to do.  Is there anyone out there who has gone through a similar situation and could maybe advise her.  I'm not even in the same country so am of little help to her.  She doesn't have any internet access so can't post herself.  If anyone can share any wisdom - please do.  She knows she has done wrong but doesn't know how to approach this pending court case.  She's about to lose the home she's struggled to build for herself but furthermore it looks like she'll be issued with a fine she'll be unable to pay. 

Has anyone out there any experience or knowledge to share?