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“What are the distinctions if any between civil and criminal law?”
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"What are the distinctions if any between civil and criminal law?" Justice should be the upholding of rights and the punishment of wrongs by the law. Any society has a duty to its citizens to do the best it can to provide them with laws, which, if obeyed, will give them a reasonably safe environment. These laws will also form a framework in which to live our lives. Whether in criminal or civil law we each have a responsibility for our actions towards others. Criminal law is the upholding of standards and punishment of those who break laws and offend against society, theft is an example of a criminal offence. Civil law is there to provide a system for individuals to resolve their disagreements in a way, which is both efficient and ultimate. Breach of contract and defamation (also known as libel and slander) are two examples of offences that would...
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