Types of cases

Capital Case

A criminal case where the prosecution seeks the death penalty (capital punishment) against the defendant.

Criminal Case

A case in which the government prosecutes an individual for breaking a penal law (e.g., theft, assault) that threatens society's safety.

Civil Case

A lawsuit between private parties, organizations, or the government (e.g., divorce, breach of contract, property disputes) that typically seeks financial compensation rather than prison time.

Class-Action Case

A specific type of civil case where one or more plaintiffs file a lawsuit on behalf of a larger group of people with similar claims.

Appellate Case

Cases that do not involve guilt or innocence but are brought to a higher court to review and determine if a lower court made an error of law or procedure.