This figure shows a table. It explains the differences between civil and criminal using two questions – Why is the conduct labelled as unlawful? and Who brings the case? The answers are as follows. Civil conduct labelled as unlawful to provide a resolution of disputes between individuals. The individual (or organisation) who has suffered the wrong. Generally referred to as the pursuer) brings the case. Criminal conduct is labelled unlawful to protect society and reflect society’s values. The case is brought by the state (generally the Procurator Fiscal).