What is the difference between Civil Law and Criminal Law?
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Hi,
Civil Law course deals with issues between individuals or organisations and it's goal is to provide remedies for violations of private rights. Criminal Law consists of prosecution of individuals by the state for acts that are considered offenses against society. The primary focus of civil law is compensation, whereas Criminal Law focuses on punishment.
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