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Complaint

A civil complaint is a written statement filed by a plaintiff initiating a case, stating the jurisdiction of the court to resolve the legal dispute, the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant, and the requested relief. 

A criminal complaint is a sworn document filed by the government, alleging a crime has been committed and that there is probable cause to arrest an individual.  

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