What is the difference between Civil and Criminal court?
Civil law is often a complicated situation because Law Enforcement finds itself in the position of handling complaints that may appear to be criminal but are actually civil matters. Other times, the threshold may cross into criminal law and require further intervention. There is no clear line distinguishing the two of them and it can often be a confusing and frustrating experience for everyone involved. Please note that this is only a resource and should not be considered actual legal advice. There are always exceptions and special situations that the law cannot always foresee and you should consult an attorney specializing in civil cases for representation or answers to your specific type of case. Some Common Examples of Civil Law matters include: * Parental Child Custody and Visitation Issues * Ownership and Distribution of Marital Property from a Divorce * Personal Agreements made for Lending Property, Money, etc. * Tenant and Landlord Disputes * Business Contracts or other Written
