Criminal law is also called

Definition of Criminal Law.
Criminal law is the body of law that provides a set of legal rules defined by the state to regulate the conduct of persons, public and private entities to ensure public welfare and safety.
This encompasses of rules and regulations proscribing certain wrongful acts that might be a threat or harm to the life, property ..

The area of law pertaining to crime and punishment.
Criminal law is the body of law that relates to crime.
It regulates social conduct and proscribes threatening, harming, or otherwise endangering the health, safety, and moral welfare of people.
It includes ,the punishment of people who violate these laws.