Question

a plumber has a contract with a homeowner to complete specific work by a given date. the homeowner feels the plumber has not completed the work and caused additional damage. identify the type of court and type of charge the plumber could face if the homeowner sought a legal case against him or her. a) a criminal court as a misdemeanor. b) a civil court as breach of contract. c) a criminal court as breach of contract. d) a civil court as a misdemeanor.

Explanation:

The dispute is between two private - parties (plumber and homeowner) over a contract. Breach of contract is a civil matter, not a criminal one (misdemeanor is a criminal offense). Civil cases are heard in civil courts.

Answer:

B. a civil court as breach of contract.