Which of these statements correctly describes the relationship between tort law and criminal law?
A) Legal consequences may arise under either criminal or tort law,but not both.
B) Legal consequences can arise under criminal and tort law from the same event.
C) A tort is a public wrong whereas a crime is a private wrong.
D) Anyone committing a tortious act commits an offence under the Criminal Code.

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An event can lead to both criminal charges and a tort claim, as criminal law addresses public wrongs and tort law addresses private wrongs.

Which of These Statements Correctly Describes the Relationship Between Tort