27-1-102. Actions and special proceedings defined. (1) These remedies are divided into two classes:

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(a)actions; and

(b)special proceedings.

(2)An action is an ordinary proceeding in a court of justice by which one party prosecutes another for the enforcement or protection of a right, the redress or prevention of a wrong, or the punishment of a public offense. Every other remedy is a special proceeding.