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Theft Defense Lawyers in St. Petersburg Florida

Theft Can Take Many Forms

According to Florida statute (Fla. Stat. Ann. § 812.014), a person commits the crime of theft when he or she knowingly obtains, uses, or endeavors to obtain or use, the property of another with intent to, either temporarily or permanently (a) deprive the person of a right to the property or benefit from the property, or (b) appropriate the propert [...]

Rohom Khonsari November 23, 2016

Florida DUI Impacting Out of State Drivers

Florida is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States. People from all over the country and world flock to Florida throughout the year in order to get away and enjoy themselves. Some individuals enjoy themselves a little too much and consume large amounts of alcohol. When those individuals step behind the wheel of a car, they [...]

Rohom Khonsari November 21, 2016

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Aggravating Factors in a DUI Case

A charge of driving under the influence (DUI) should always be taken extremely seriously in Florida. However, you should consider your charge to be especially serious if there are certain factors present in your case that can result in charges of “aggravated DUI.” Aggravated DUI charges can come about for several reasons and depending on the al [...]

Rohom Khonsari November 18, 2016

When Can I Claim Self-Defense?

Everyone has the legal right to protect themselves from harm if they believe they are in danger. If you believe that someone is about to hurt you, you can use force to protect yourself, even if that force would be considered unlawful assault under other circumstances. However, in too many situations, people who exercise self-defense often end up in [...]

Rohom Khonsari October 17, 2016

The Criminal Trial Process

If you decide to take your criminal case to trial, the following is a very brief overview of what you will experience in the trial process: Pretrial motions - Before you ever enter the courtroom, your attorney will be filing motions1 with the court to keep out certain evidence and to combat any pretrial motions filed by the prosecutor. Jury selec [...]

Rohom Khonsari September 14, 2016

The Complete Guide to What to Do After a Car Accident

Millions of car accidents take place every year, which is why all drivers should understand exactly what to do after a collision. This includes collecting information that could potentially be used during negotiations with insurance providers or a personal injury case. After a crash, all involved parties face a possible liability. Insurance compani [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 1, 2016

How Does an Ankle Bracelet Work?

Along with an increasing drive to lower the Florida prison population has come renewed interest in ankle bracelets. It is becoming more common to see people wearing these devices. Many wonder exactly how these devices work. The Purpose of Ankle Bracelets and House Confinement The primary purpose of electronic monitoring is to limit the mobility of [...]

Rohom Khonsari January 30, 2016

What to Know About Rental Venues and Personal Injury Claims

Planning an event can be rewarding and stressful. Hopefully, things will go well, and guests will show up and enjoy themselves. However, parties often involve alcohol, and merrymaking can turn dismal if an intoxicated guest injures themselves or another. Slip and fall accidents can occur anywhere, including rented spaces, but who is responsible for [...]

Rohom Khonsari January 1, 2016

Your Guide to the Florida Appeals Process

If you have received a verdict by a Florida court of law, and you believe an error was made in presenting your case, you have a right to appeal the decision to a higher court. A panel of judges from a higher court will consider the appeal and decide if a new hearing should be held. The type of case determines which jurisdictional court should revie [...]

Rohom Khonsari December 27, 2015

When Can I Use Lethal Force Against a Trespasser?

There is a lot of discussion around the nation about average citizens using justifiable lethal force against those who seek to do them harm. To many, defending property using lethal force seems excessive, while proponents argue that these laws protect the innocent. The Florida Legislature allows property owners to “stand their ground” against [...]

Rohom Khonsari December 26, 2015