What is the difference between civil litigation and criminal litigation?

Civil litigation and criminal litigation are two legal proceedings that serve different purposes. Civil litigation is a legal dispute between two or more private parties, usually over disagreements related to money, property, or rights. It is usually brought by one person or entity against another. In civil litigation, the plaintiff (the person bringing the case) is usually seeking compensation from the defendant for damages suffered as a result of the defendant’s actions. Criminal litigation, on the other hand, involves the government prosecuting a defendant who is accused of breaking a law. The government is the plaintiff and the defendant is the accused individual or entity. The purpose of criminal litigation is to punish the individual or entity accused of breaking the law. The punishment could be jail time, a fine, or some other form of punishment as set out by the law. In general, civil litigation is about seeking compensation for damages, while criminal litigation is about punishing individuals or entities for breaking the law. In New Mexico, civil and criminal cases are both heard in the state district courts.

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