civilly

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Can you sue him civilly for depriving you of your civil rights?

From Slate • May 4, 2026

Dozens of rally participants were later held civilly liable.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

In general, the law is deferential to police, giving officers significant discretion to use force, making it difficult to hold them criminally or civilly liable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

This latest revelation is fueling debate over whether the city of L.A. or the state of California can be found civilly liable for its role in the fire.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 9, 2025

The Court ruled these tenants could be held civilly liable for the nonviolent behavior of their children and caregivers.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander