Spanish Court Rules Hand Kiss Can Be Sexual Assault

Spain's Supreme Court has determined that kissing a woman's hand can constitute sexual assault, classifying it as more than mere harassment. The court found that the act possessed a 'clear sexual component,' thereby elevating its severity. This ruling sets a significant legal precedent, broadening the definition of sexual offenses and emphasizing the importance of consent and the interpretation of physical contact within a sexual context. The decision underscores a stricter stance on unwanted physical advances and their potential classification as criminal acts.