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").
Chilton is an unincorporated community in Falls County, Texas, United States. The Chilton Independent School District serves area students. Chilton Independent School District, prides itself on its success in various regions of extra-curricular activities, most notably football, in which Chilton won their second 1A state football championship in 2006. Chilton also has won the state championship in golf the past four years, due to the success from Gabby Dominguez. Chilton has a population of roughly 700-1000 people that live within city limits