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Criminal v Civil Law
Term | Definition |
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Criminal Law | A system of law that punishes people who commit a crime. |
Civil Law | A system of law that helps to settle disputes between private citizens and/or businesses. |
Juvenile Law | A system of law that addresses crimes committed by someone under the age of 18. |
Crime | An act that is illegal and punishable by law. |
Felony | A serious crime that results in the offender serving 1 or more years in prison. |
Misdemeanor | A less serious crime that often results in the guilty paying a fine, completing community service, and/or spending time in a local jail. |
Examples of Felonies | Armed Robbery, Murder, Kidnapping, Rape. |
Examples of Misdemeanors | Vandalism, Trespassing, Disorderly Conduct, Shoplifting. |
Examples of Civil Law Issues | Medical Malpractice, Breach of Contract, Rental Disputes, |