Question

Burglar Bob breaks into Vince Victim’s house. Bob steals a flat-screen television and laptop and does a significant amount of damage to the property before he leaves. Fortunately, Vince has a state-of-the-art security system. It captures excellent images of Bob, who is soon caught by police. Assume that two legal actions follow, one civil and one criminal. Who will be responsible for bringing the civil case? What will be the outcome if the jury believes that Bob burgled Vince’s house? Who will be responsible for bringing the criminal case? What will be the outcome if the jury believes that Bob burgled Vince’s house?

Answer 1

Answer:

The answers are:

1. Vince Victim´s lawyer
2. Burglar Bob will have to pay a monetary compensation.
3. The District Attorney
4. Burglar Bob will have to spend some time in jail.

Explanation:

Vince Victim´s lawyer is responsible for bringing the civil case against Burglar Bob. If Vince wins, then Burglar Bob will probably have to pay a certain amount of money to Vince Victim in compensation for the damages he caused.

The District Attorney´s office is responsible for bringing the criminal case against Burglar Bob. If the jury finds Burglar Bob guilty then he will probably spend some time in jail.