Legal Question in Criminal Law in Pennsylvania

Civil vs. Criminal

What are the key differences between a criminal case and a civil case?


Asked on 5/04/09, 10:27 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
John Davidson Law Office of John A. Davidson

Re: Civil vs. Criminal

In a criminal case the defendant can go to jail.

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Answered on 5/04/09, 10:42 am
Michael Berman Law Offices of Michael A. Berman

Re: Civil vs. Criminal

The key differences are the burden of proof necessary to reach a verdict (criminal =beyond a reasonable doubt while civil = preponderance of the evidence) and the fact that a criminal conviction can lead not only to a fine ($$) being imposed, but also a custodial sentence (jail) while a civil case can only lead to damages ($$).

Mike

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Answered on 5/04/09, 10:49 am


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