Rule 2. One form of action

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(A) There shall be one [1] form of action to be known as “civil action.”

(B) The right of a civil action is not merged in a public offense or a public remedy, but may, in all cases, be sought independently of and in addition to the punishment given or relief granted for the public offense.

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