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").
North Creek is a hamlet in the Adirondack Park, in the town of Johnsburg, in Warren County, New York, United States. It is an area known for skiing, hiking and other outdoor recreational activities. It is located at 43°41′52″N 73°59′11″W / 43.69778°N 73.98639°W / 43.69778; -73.98639Coordinates: 43°41′52″N 73°59′11″W / 43.69778°N 73.98639°W / 43.69778; -73.98639. The town hall, library, and Johnsburg Central School are all located in North Creek. The Upper Hudson River Railroad is a heritage railway that operates between North Creek and Riparius over the tracks of the historic Adirondack Railway.