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. Please review Top Ten Concept # 8. d. Criminal law defines the rights and duties that exist between private parties. span>