civil

civil, adj.

1. Of or relating to the state or its citizenry (civil rights).

2. Of or relating to private rights and remedies that are sought by action or suit, as distinct from criminal proceedings (civil litigation). [Cases: Action 18. C.J.S. Actions § 68.]

3. Of or relating to any of the modern legal systems derived from Roman law (Louisiana is a civil-law jurisdiction).

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资深法律翻译Patrick，毕业于美国顶尖的高级翻译学院，专注翻译各类与资产管理有关的法律文件。