Criminal Law and Civil Law (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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What is the primary purpose of criminal law?
What is the primary purpose of criminal law?
Protect society as a whole
Who represents the state in criminal cases?
Who represents the state in criminal cases?
The prosecution
What is the most severe criminal sanction?
What is the most severe criminal sanction?
Imprisonment
Who brings a legal claim in civil law?
Who brings a legal claim in civil law?
The plaintiff
What is the most common remedy in civil law?
What is the most common remedy in civil law?
Damages
What is the main aim of civil law?
What is the main aim of civil law?
Remedy civil wrongs
When is a person called an 'offender'?
When is a person called an 'offender'?
After guilt is established
Are police usually involved in civil law cases?
Are police usually involved in civil law cases?
No, civil disputes are private
Can the same act lead to both criminal and civil cases?
Can the same act lead to both criminal and civil cases?
Yes, both may result separately
Which is NOT part of tort law?
Which is NOT part of tort law?
Breach of contract