1.5 laws Flashcards
1
Q
what is criminal law
A
Criminal law is the body of law that protects the community by establishing crimes and setting sanctions for people who commit crimes
2
Q
who are the two parties in a criminal case
A
the prosecution (representing the state or the Crown) and the accused (the person charged with the criminal offence).
3
Q
what is civil law
A
Civil law is an area of law that regulates disputes between individuals and groups, and seeks to enforce rights where harm has occurred
4
Q
who are the two parties in a civil case
A
the plaintiff (the party
who makes a claim) and the defendant (the party who the
plaintiff alleges has infringed their rights)
