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").
Dayton is an unincorporated community of about 10,000 located in Howard County, Maryland. Dayton is also the home to the annual Dayton Daze Parade. Dayton is in the 21036 zip code area and belongs to the 410 area code.