/ˈsɪvəl ˌprɑːsɪˈkjuːʃən/ – Noun
Definition: Kiện dân sự – quá trình pháp lý mà một bên đưa ra khiếu nại chống lại bên kia trong các vấn đề dân sự.
A more thorough explanation: a term used in some jurisdictions to describe a civil court action brought by one person against another that may result in money damages being paid eg a libel action or an action for wrongful death
Example: In Florida, a law known as “stand your ground” can prevent criminal or civil prosecution when deadly force is used in self-defence.