What does “civil justice” mean?

When you go to the police to get justice because someone has committed a crime against you, you’re seeking criminal justice. A criminal penalty is the outcome. When you sue someone in civil court to seek compensation because someone has caused you harm (see TORT), then you’re seeking civil justice. The civil courts and their fundamental components – judges, juries, lawyers for both sides – all work together ideally to ensure civil justice.

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