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 法律翻译Fang,毕业于新加坡知名法学院,专注翻译各类与白领犯罪与调查有关的法律文件。