Civil law refers to a legal system based on a comprehensive set of written laws and codes that govern the rights and relationships between individuals, organizations, and entities within a society. It encompasses various areas such as contracts, property, torts, family law, and more. In a civil law system, legal disputes are resolved through a court process focused on applying established statutes and legal principles to the facts of a case. Civil law aims to provide a framework for maintaining order, protecting individual rights, and providing remedies for harms suffered. It is distinct from criminal law, which deals with offenses against the state and public order.