Criminal Law deals with which issues?

• A. Deals with wrongs against society
• B. Deals with private rights of individuals
• C. The burden of proof in civil cases
• D. A fair legal proceeding

Answer: (A)

Criminal law focuses on offenses that harm society and the public order. These acts are treated as crimes because they affect the community as a whole, not just individuals. The government prosecutes such offenses, and penalties are meant to punish and deter, helping to maintain safety and public justice. Civil or private rights cover disputes between individuals or organizations—like contracts or torts—where the remedy is typically compensation rather than criminal punishment. The burden of proof in civil cases is a different standard from criminal cases, and while due process (a fair legal proceeding) is essential, it’s a general requirement across the legal system rather than the subject matter criminal law governs. So the best answer is that criminal law deals with wrongs against society.