Discuss the primary goals of civil law and criminal law and explain how these goals are realized. Provide an example of each

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? Civil law is designed to resolve disputes between individuals. The plaintiff accused the defendant of wrongful acts in civil court in an attempt to obtain monetary damages. Guilt determined by preponderance of the evidence.
• Criminal law exists to protect society from criminal behavior. The state prosecutes the defendant in criminal court. If found guilty, the defendant could be incarcerated in prison or jail. Guilt determined beyond reasonable doubt.

Criminal Justice

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What will be an ideal response?

Criminal Justice

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Criminal Justice

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Criminal Justice

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Criminal Justice