Distinctions Between Civil And Criminal Law

Which of the following accurately describes a distinction between civil and criminal law?

AThe burden of proof in a civil case is a "preponderance of the evidence," whereas in a criminal case, it is "beyond a reasonable doubt."
BCivil cases are entirely statutory, whereas criminal cases are based on both statutes and case law.
CCivil cases involve a wrong against society, whereas criminal cases involve a loss to only one specific victim.
DThere is no distinction between civil and criminal law.
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