civilly

Example Sentences

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While the Justice Department settles most tax matters civilly through fines, when prosecutors do charge criminal fraud, their conviction rate is over 90%.

From Salon • Jan. 23, 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

Whether it’s criminally or civilly, we’ll figure that out.

From Slate • Dec. 5, 2024

When their prison terms ends, a judge can civilly commit them to a state hospital, release them unconditionally or direct them into the DSH’s conditional release program.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 18, 2024

Then, civilly, he took them around for a tour.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen