Practice Problem – Private vs Public Law

Practice Question

Business Law
Introduction to Law
Private vs Public Law
True or False

In Quebec, the breach of public law results in compensation for injury.

Answer +
FALSE
Step-by-step solutions +
The breach of public law typically results in punishment, not compensation. Public law regulates the relationship between individuals and the state and includes areas like criminal law and regulatory offenses.

When public law is violated, the outcome is generally criminal penalties such as fines or imprisonment, not monetary compensation to victims (which falls under civil law).

Final Answer: FALSE