The encoxada (derived from coxa , meaning thigh) is a form of sexual assault where a perpetrator presses their body against a victim in a crowded bus, train, or subway, usually targeting the buttocks or genital area. It is not "accidental touching" due to congestion; it is a calculated, non-consensual act of intimidation and sexual violence.
Transit authorities and local governments have deployed updated technological systems to combat harassment on buses.
Let's work together to create a safer and more respectful public transportation system for all. encoxada in bus updated
However, the of encoxada is no longer about a lack of space. It is a legal and social term for sexual assault by friction — specifically, when a perpetrator rubs their genitals against a victim (often from behind) under the guise of crowded conditions.
Stricter punishment for sex crimes, with penalties up to 40 years. The encoxada (derived from coxa , meaning thigh)
Offenders now face between one to five years in prison . This update shifted the burden from the victim "proving" violence to the simple fact that the contact was non-consensual.
Draw public attention to the individual by stating firmly and clearly: "Step back," or "Stop touching me." Shifting public focus often forces the perpetrator to back down or flee at the next stop. Let's work together to create a safer and
While Spain’s famous 2022 law focused on rape, its updated interpretation clarified that any non-consensual sexual contact—including an encoxada on a bus—constitutes sexual assault. The updated 2025 guidance from the Spanish Fiscalía explicitly states: "La encoxada no es un rozamiento fortuito; es un acto libidinoso."
Note the bus number, route, time of day, and physical description of the individual to provide to local law enforcement or transit authorities.