This article is written in conjunction with the IE Law Society. By Aronnya Saha Madrid, the city whose busy streets and rich culture we all know and love, turns out to also be a hotspot for pickpocketing, particularly in busier areas like Sol, Gran Via and on the metro. Madrid is a generally safe place to live in, however pickpocketing remains a concern for both tourists and locals. This article will explore the laws surrounding pickpocketing, the penalties for offenders and what victims can do to protect themselves through the available legal mechanisms. Legal Protections According to the…