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").
Osteen, Florida is an unincorporated community located in southwest Volusia County. As of 2007 the population was 3,103. The community is home to the Osteen Elementary School, which is part of the Volusia County School District. It is a rather small community which only has 2 gas stations, placed in between Sanford and Deltona.