SCL1501
SKILLS COURSE FOR LAW STUDENTS
ASSINGMENT 1 SEMESTER 1 2026
QUESTION 1
(a) Differences between Civil Law and Criminal Law (10)
Civil law and criminal law are two distinct branches of the legal system, each
serving a different purpose.
Civil law governs disputes between individuals, organisations, or other private
parties. It applies when one person believes that another has violated their
rights or caused them harm. The primary aim of civil law is to provide a
remedy to the injured party, usually in the form of compensation or an order
compelling someone to act or refrain from acting. Common examples of civil
SKILLS COURSE FOR LAW STUDENTS
ASSINGMENT 1 SEMESTER 1 2026
QUESTION 1
(a) Differences between Civil Law and Criminal Law (10)
Civil law and criminal law are two distinct branches of the legal system, each
serving a different purpose.
Civil law governs disputes between individuals, organisations, or other private
parties. It applies when one person believes that another has violated their
rights or caused them harm. The primary aim of civil law is to provide a
remedy to the injured party, usually in the form of compensation or an order
compelling someone to act or refrain from acting. Common examples of civil
