The Differences Between a Criminal Case and a Civil Case. The American legal system is comprised of two very different types of cases, civil and criminal. Crimes are generally offenses against the state, and are accordingly prosecuted by the state.
Researchers at the University of West Florida say theyâve proved Spanish Explorer, Tristan de Luna established his Spanish colony of Pensacola in August of 1559. Thatâs six years before St. Augustine, which claims itâs the oldest because itâs been continuously occupied.
Welcome to Pensacola, FL. Welcome to Pensacola, Florida, the City of Five Flags. Pensacola earned this unique moniker due to its history; five nations have at one point ruled over this region in Florida, including Spain and France. The city is situated right on the Gulf of Mexico and has beautiful beaches that attract tourists all year long.