Damages designed to punish the defendant in a civil case are called ______.

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Punitive damages are designed to punish the defendant for their wrongful behavior and deter them and others from committing similar acts in the future. Compensatory damages are intended to compensate the plaintiff for their losses, restitution involves returning property or funds to the rightful owner, and double-pass damages is not a recognized term in civil litigation.

Damages Designed to Punish the Defendant in a Civil Case