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There are several different classifications of law. Sometimes it's difficult to understand the differences between criminal and civil law. Criminal law is concerned with acts against society as a whole, resulting in some form of punishment. In other words, a crime has been committed. Civil law is concerned with acts against a person, usually resulting in compensation or relief. For example, contract law falls under civil law.

Research a current or recent case or incident within the past year. You might look on the Internet or daily news. You might even find a case on the television news! Please be sure to cite your sources in APA format. Wikipedia is not an acceptable source.

In your initial post, please provide a brief summary about this case and discuss the following:

•Determine if the case falls under civil or criminal law and tell us why.

•What type of law is possibly broken?

•Finally, give your opinion as to the result.

◦If the case has been decided as to guilt or innocence, do you agree with the decision? Provide support for your answer.

◦If the case has not been decided, tell us what you think will happen and why.

◦What sort of punishment or compensation is there or should there be?

◦Are there any ethical issues involved in this case?