Erica has been charged with shoplifting expensive sunglasses from TJ Maxx. She could be sent to prison if she is found guilty. Is Erica’s case an example of criminal or civil law?

A.
Erica's case is an example of civil law because she is not charged with committing a crime.
B.
Erica's case is an example of civil law because she only stole sunglasses, not something big like a car.
C.
Erica's case is an example of criminal law because she is charged with breaking the law against shoplifting.
D.
Erica's case is not an example of civil or criminal law because shoplifting is not considered a crime

C. Erica's case is an example of criminal law because she is charged with breaking the law against shoplifting.