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What is Circumstantial Evidence?

How many times have you heard a person declare, “You can’t convict him! The evidence is only circumstantial!” What this person doesn’t understand is that circumstantial evidence is often more than enough to convict someone of a crime. In fact, circumstantial is often better evidence than direct evidence. Read on to understand what circumsta [...]

Rohom Khonsari January 9, 2018

When Can Your Probation Be Revoked?

Probation allows you to serve your sentence outside of jail and is a big help for those with families and jobs. Unfortunately, probation is a privilege, not a right, and the court can sometimes revoke it. If you’re afraid of losing your probation, contact a qualified St. Petersburg criminal defense attorney to advise you about the right course of [...]

Rohom Khonsari January 8, 2018

The Importance of Objections at Trial

A criminal prosecution has several stages and your trial is not always the final stage. If you’re convicted, you will then have the right to an appeal, in which you ask a higher court to set aside your guilty verdict because of errors made in the court below. But to set yourself up for a successful appeal, you need to give the trial judge a chanc [...]

Rohom Khonsari January 7, 2018

St. Petersburg DUI FAQ

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a serious offense that requires a careful legal response. At Khonsari Law Group, we receive dozens of questions each week from people pulled over for suspected DUIs. Here are answers to some of the most common questions. How Much Can I Drink Without Getting Arrested? The amount depends on the person. According t [...]

Rohom Khonsari January 5, 2018

Criminal Defense Attorney St. Petersburg Florida

Six Tips for Being an Effective Witness

Testifying in court at a criminal trial can be a nerve-wracking experience. Not only are you speaking in front of people you don’t know, but you also might be aggressively cross-examined by an aggressive prosecutor. Fortunately, there are a few tips that can help you survive your time on the stand with flying colors. Tip #1: Look Good This is a [...]

Rohom Khonsari January 4, 2018

What Is Grand Theft in Florida?

In Florida, grand theft is the term used when someone takes property intentionally and without permission. If you stand accused of grand theft, then you need an aggressive St. Petersburg criminal defense attorney to defend you. Grand Theft Defined Section 812.014 of the Florida Statutes defines grand theft as consisting of the following elements: [...]

Rohom Khonsari January 3, 2018

The Jury Selection Process

As a defendant, you have the right to a jury trial in a criminal case, except if you are accused of a minor infraction. If the state charges you with a capital crime, your jury will consist of 12 persons; otherwise, your jury will contain six members. These people, whom you have never met, will hold your fate in their hands. For this reason, jury s [...]

Rohom Khonsari January 2, 2018

Appealing a License Suspension in a DUI Case

You can lose your license as part of an administrative suspension even before a DUI conviction. Fortunately, you can file an appeal, but you’ll need the help of an experienced St. Petersburg criminal defense attorney to guide you through the process. Bringing an appeal requires organization and familiarity with the law, which many people find dif [...]

Rohom Khonsari January 1, 2018

Penalties for Identity Theft in Florida

Identity theft can result in financial devastation for victims, and for this reason, Florida law criminalizes and imposes severe penalties for several different forms of identity theft. The most important are: Criminal use of personal identification information. A person who commits this crime possesses someone’s personal identification witho [...]

Rohom Khonsari December 31, 2017

What to Do if You’re Accused of Shoplifting over the Holidays?

During the busy holiday season, store owners will look out for shoplifting. It’s not beyond possibility that a merchant might confront you, either in the store or in the parking lot, and accuse you of stealing. Here’s how to protect yourself: Don’t Fight Even if the store has the wrong person, you’ll only make things worse for yourself if [...]

Rohom Khonsari December 30, 2017