Cases in which the government (as plaintiff) charges an individual with violating a statute that has been enacted to protect the public health, safety, morals, or welfare are classified as _________ law.

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Criminal law involves the prosecution of individuals by the government for actions that have been deemed criminal and are considered harmful to society. Statutes enacted for the protection of public health, safety, morals or welfare often fall under criminal law, as violations of such provisions are considered offenses against the state or society as a whole. Civil law, on the other hand, involves disputes between private parties and common law refers to legal principles established by court decisions rather than through legislation.

Cases in Which the Government (As Plaintiff) Charges an Individual