Damages awarded in a civil lawsuit to punish the wrongdoer and deter future similar conduct are called_____

A) money damages.
B) damages for cover.
C) punitive damages.
D) special damages.

Punitive Damages

Money damages awarded to a plaintiff to punish the defendant and deter future similar conduct.

Civil Lawsuit

A legal dispute between two or more parties that seek monetary damages or specific performance rather than criminal sanctions.