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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词条贡献者

资深译员Ting，亚洲顶尖法学院国际贸易专业，擅长翻译各类与国际贸易委员会调查程序相关的法律文件。