Regarding criminal law, all of the following statements are true except: . a. criminal law defines public wrongs prohibited by a state or the federal government. b. criminal law is comprised of principles and rules intended to protect all of society. span> c. failure to meet standards of conduct specified by the criminal law can result in prosecutions being brought in the name of the state or federal government. span> incorrect. review top ten concept # 8. d. criminal law defines the rights and duties that exist between private parties. span>