Which statement best captures the distinction between criminal and civil law?
Select an Answer
A. Criminal law and civil law cover the same offences, but they differ in what kind of
punishment follows conviction.
B. Criminal law has more to do with lawsuits between individuals and groups, whereas
civil law has more to do with the government prosecuting those accused of
committing offenses.
C. Criminal law has more to do with violations of laws protecting health, safety, morals,
and welfare of the community, whereas civil law involves disputes among individuals
or the government.
D. Civil law has more to do with violations of laws protecting health, safety, morals, and
welfare of the community, whereas criminal law involves disputes among individuals
or the government.