Kingsley Napley 24 HOUR SEARCH Fraud - Civil vs. Criminal FAQs Home Services Dispute Resolution Civil Fraud and Investigations Fraud - Civil vs. Criminal FAQs The below explains the difference between civil fraud and criminal fraud through frequently asked questions: 1. Is there a difference between civil fraud and criminal fraud? ANSWER 2. Is there a difference in the burden of proof in civil fraud and criminal fraud matters? ANSWER 3. What sanctions can be imposed on a defendant? ANSWER 4. Will a defendant be ordered to repay me my money? ANSWER 5. I am a victim of fraud - should I report the matter to the police or pursue the defendant through the civil courts or both? ANSWER 6. Do I have to report a fraud to the police? ANSWER 7. Do I have to choose between the criminal and civil justice systems? ANSWER Conclusion The decision whether to opt for civil or criminal proceedings to pursue a defendant is rarely straightforward. It requires the application of a range of complex issues to the facts of your case. Matters are made even more difficult because this decision often needs to be made within a short period of time and without all the necessary information. To ensure the best possible outcome it is crucial that victims of fraud take professional advice from experienced lawyers on the best way to navigate the civil and criminal jurisdictions and how those jurisdictions relate to the facts at hand. +44 (0)20 7814 1200 Contact the team Richard Foss Partner and Head of Department Email Richard Louise Hodges Partner and Head of Department Email Louise William Christopher Partner VIEW FULL TEAM Related pages Civil Fraud and Investigations The international nature of commerce and growing reliance on electronic communications mean that the number and value of fraud claims is rising. Commercial and Contract Disputes Corporate disputes can be stressful, disruptive and damaging. We provide tactical and strategic advice to businesses and individuals. Dispute Resolution Dealing with a dispute professionally and commercially takes skill. We assist and support our clients with both legal knowledge and strategy. Financial Services Disputes We represent individuals and businesses in high value and complex claims against banks and financial institutions. Fraud - Defendants We have developed tried and tested strategies to enable us to work with you to discharge injunctions and to defeat fraud allegations. Fraud - Supervising Solicitors At Kingsley Napley we have substantial experience of obtaining, executing and supervising search orders at commercial and residential premises. Fraud - Victims Our considerable experience in pursuing fraud related claims means that we understand the need to act swiftly and provide sensible, strategic advice. Injunctions If you need to prevent the loss of an asset, damage to reputation, or protect against personal harm, it may be necessary to apply for an injunction. Insolvency Litigation Our dispute resolution lawyers represent individuals, companies and insolvency practitioners on insolvency matters. Litigation Funding Options Funding litigation can be expensive and cause concern. We hope to alleviate these concerns by offering our clients a bespoke funding package. Professional Negligence Our experienced team of litigators act for claimants in bringing claims against professionals when they get it wrong. Shareholder and Boardroom Disputes When individuals fall out in business it can have devastating consequences. Our litigation team has extensive experience in resolving disputes. News and blogs BLOG Civil Fraud Quarterly Round-Up: Q3 2021 Mary Young BLOG Civil Fraud Quarterly Round-Up: Q2 2021 Mary Young BLOG Civil Fraud Quarterly Round-Up: Q1 2021 Mary Young LOAD MORE Let us take it from here. +44 (0)20 7814 1200 enquiries@kingsleynapley.co.uk CONNECT WITH KN LINKED IN TWITTER SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST Kingsley Napley Legal Notices Privacy Notice Fraud Warning Modern Slavery Statement Complaints Website Terms Cookie Policy Accessibility Site Map © Kingsley Napley LLP. All rights reserved. Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, registration number 500046.