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Definition: Civil Action

Civil Action
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What is the dictionary definition of Civil Action?

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n. any lawsuit relating to civil matters and not criminal prosecution.

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Definition Sources

Definitions for Civil Action are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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