The difference between criminal cases and civil cases

Criminal cases

In criminal cases, the guilt of the defendant is determined, and the defendant is given an appropriate sentence if found guilty.

The prosecution authorities, or other agencies with such authority, bring legal actions against natural or legal persons, i.e. companies.

The Director of Public Prosecutions is the highest holder of prosecution power and the district prosecutor and the police chiefs, nine of them, are subject to supervision and guidance by the Director of Public Prosecution in their work as prosecutors and holders of prosecution power.

Civil cases

Other court cases are considered civil cases. They are primarily about the resolution of disputes between two or more parties. The parties to a civil case may be individuals or legal entities. The state and its agencies may also be a party to a civil case.