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Criminal proceedings involve legal actions initiated by the state against an individual or entity accused of committing a crime. These proceedings are governed by criminal law, which defines offenses, sets punishments, and aims to maintain public order and safety.
Examples:
Objective: Punishment of the offender and deterrence of future crimes.
Civil proceedings deal with disputes between individuals, organizations, or entities over rights, obligations, or property. These are governed by civil law, which aims to resolve disputes and provide compensation to the aggrieved party.
Examples:
Objective: Resolution of disputes and compensation or enforcement of rights.
Aspect | Criminal Proceedings | Civil Proceedings |
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Nature of Case | Against society or the state | Between individuals or entities |
Parties Involved | State (Prosecution) vs. Accused | Plaintiff vs. Defendant |
Purpose | Punish and deter crime | Resolve disputes and provide compensation |
Standard of Proof | Beyond a reasonable doubt | Preponderance of evidence |
Outcome | Punishment (e.g., imprisonment, fines) | Compensation, injunction, or specific relief |
Examples | Murder, theft, fraud | Contract disputes, property disputes |
Filing Authority | Government or state authority | Aggrieved individual or entity |