criminal actionglossary / criminal action An action instituted by the government to punish offenses against the public. [Cases: Action 18. C.J.S. Actions § 68.] 词条贡献者 双语律师Howard,毕业于法国一流的高级翻译学院,擅长翻译各类与欧美消费者隐私法规相关的法律文件。