In a criminal case, the state, through a prosecutor, initiates the suit, while in a civil case the victim brings the suit. Persons convicted of a crime may be incarcerated, fined, or both. Criminal defense attorneys represent clients who have been accused of committing a crime, and defend their rights at each stage of a misdemeanor or felony case -- from an arrest to an appeal after conviction. Criminal defense attorneys may be hired privately or provided by the government (called "public defenders").
Standish is an unincorporated community in Lassen County, California. It is located 2.25 miles (3.6 km) southwest of Litchfield, at an elevation of 4049 feet (1234 m). Sandish is the north terminus of the County route A3 and the junction with U.S. Route 395. Standish Hall is a registered historic place. The community was laid out in 1897. The post office opened in 1899, having been transferred from Datura. The name honors Miles Standish.