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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资深译员Chris，毕业于一所培养高级翻译以及跨文化事务专家的精英大学，专注翻译各种与卫星及航天技术诉讼有关的法律文件。