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How is a civil case different from a criminal case?

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Civil cases are generally brought by private individuals or corporations seeking to collect money owed or monetary damages. A criminal case is brought by the local, state or federal government in response to a suspected violation of law and seeks a fine, a jail sentence or both
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A civil case is a tax-related matter.

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