Critics of the partial pardon for Laura Borràs express deep concerns regarding the message it sends about corruption and the rule of law. Emiliano García-Page, President of Castilla-La Mancha, publicly condemned the decision, stating that pardoning convictions for corruption, even with political considerations, is unacceptable. Similarly, the People's Party has labeled the pardon "shameful," arguing that it could be perceived as a political concession aimed at securing support on budgetary matters.
Opponents fear that reducing punishments for corruption-related offenses might weaken the deterrence effect and damage the credibility of Spain's commitment to combating corruption. They stress the importance of upholding legal accountability to maintain public trust in governance.