Because of double jeopardy, a person found not guilty of a criminal offense cannot also face a civil charge for the same alleged actions.

Double Jeopardy

A legal principle that prohibits an individual from being tried twice for the same criminal offense, safeguarded in the U.S. Constitution's Fifth Amendment.

Civil Charge

An allegation or accusation in a civil lawsuit as opposed to a criminal charge, dealing with disputes between individuals or organizations.