A case can be both criminal and civil when it involves actions that are considered both a violation of criminal law and a breach of civil law. This means that the same incident or behavior can lead to both criminal charges brought by the government and a civil lawsuit filed by individuals seeking compensation for damages.
In both cases, the moving party bears the burden of proof. In a criminal case, that is the government. In a civil case, that is the plaintiff.
Yes, it is possible for a case to involve both criminal and civil law. In such situations, a person may face criminal charges brought by the government, as well as civil claims filed by individuals seeking compensation for damages.
It means that that court can hear both criminal or civil cases. Either a criminal case can be filed and heard in that court, OR a civil case can be filed and heard in that court. For instance: most(all?) state circuit courts fit this description.
It is a criminal case.
A criminal case is brought by the government against an individual. A civil case is a dispute between to private parties and typically the government is not involved. Legislation can create laws that affect both types of cases.
It can be both, criminal charges can apply under the FCC regulations and any state statutes and the "hacker" can also be sued for damages in civil court.
Both civil and criminal cases involve legal disputes that are resolved in a court of law. In both types of cases, there are parties involved who present evidence and arguments to support their positions. Additionally, both civil and criminal cases can result in a judgment or verdict that determines the outcome of the case.
Civil
If there are, in fact, both a criminal and a civil side to the incident, the criminal aspect will be handled first. The "state's" (i.e.: the "people's") interests in prosecuting a crime take precedence over the civil wrong against an individual. (Think the O.J. Simpson case.) Traditionally, the criminal matter will be decided first. This is primarily because proceeding with the civil case can prejudice a criminal defendant's rights. The civil case will wind up stalled because the criminal defendant can refuse to comply with civil discovery by asserting the right to remain silent. Admissions or statements given in a civil case could be employed against the criminal defendant. As a practical matter the civil case cannot proceed until there is a resolution of the criminal matter. For further information see the related links below.
One key difference between a criminal case and a civil case is that in a criminal case, the government prosecutes the defendant for violating a law, while in a civil case, individuals or entities sue each other for damages or to enforce a legal right.
theft is generally regarded as a criminal case but if the victim who was stolen from wishes to take action to recover the losses, then it will be a civil case as well
The question makes no sense. A "charge" refers to a criminal charge. A civil case refers to a case that is not criminal.