Civil Law vs Criminal Law

The video tutorial explains the differences between criminal and civil law. Criminal law involves the state or governing body enforcing laws against individuals who are alleged to have broken them, with potential criminal repercussions. Civil law, on the other hand, deals with disputes between individuals, such as torts or contract enforcement, where individuals can sue to enforce their rights or seek compensation. The tutorial highlights how the same conduct can be both a criminal and civil matter, depending on the context and the parties involved.

What is the primary focus of civil law?

• Creation of new laws

• Punishment of criminal activities

• Resolution of disputes between individuals

• Enforcement of laws by the state

Who enforces criminal laws against individuals?

• Private organizations

• International bodies

• The federal, state, or local government

• The individual affected

What happens if someone is found guilty of a criminal act like robbery?

• They are allowed to apologize and go free

• They are required to compensate the victim

• They face criminal repercussions

• They are given a warning

In civil law, what can an individual do if their property is stolen?

• Request the government to intervene directly

• Ignore the incident

• Bring a court action to recover the property or seek compensation

• Report it to the police for criminal prosecution

How does civil law differ from criminal law in terms of enforcement?

• Civil law is enforced by the state, while criminal law is enforced by individuals

• Civil law is more severe than criminal law

• Civil law involves individual rights, while criminal law involves state actions against individuals

• Civil law does not involve any legal proceedings