Certain wrongs are considered both civil and criminal in nature. For example:
- Assault: It is a civil wrong (tort) and also punishable under IPC.
- Defamation: Can be pursued as a tort for damages or prosecuted under IPC.
- Negligence: Typically civil, but can be criminal if gross or willful.
- Conspiracy and Nuisance: Have implications under both branches depending on context.