The Khonsari Law Firm Blog

What are the Penalties for a BUI?

Many enjoy Florida’s wealth of water by using boats and jet skis. However, operating boats and other recreational watercraft under the influence of alcohol, or any other substance that causes mental impairment, can result in a BUI. Boating under the influence (BUI) is a serious offense in Florida, and a BUI conviction can include jail time an [...]

Rohom Khonsari September 1, 2015

Does Florida Have the Death Penalty?

Yes, Florida has the death penalty. According to the national Death Penalty Information Center, Florida is one of 34 states that allow capital punishment. Florida's decision to enforce the death penalty was re-enacted in 1976. The governor of Florida has granted six fortunate people with clemency over the years. Ninety executions have taken place [...]

Rohom Khonsari August 31, 2015

What to Do If My Child Is Injured at a Playground?

Minor cuts and bruises are a part of everyone's childhood, but things can change quite a bit when serious injuries take place on another party's property. Situations such as a child being injured on a playground often leave parents unsure of where to turn for help with medical bills and which party is responsible for the injuries. The First Steps t [...]

Rohom Khonsari August 29, 2015

What Is Money Laundering?

The term "money laundering" derives from organized crime use of legitimate businesses, such as laundromats, to hide income from illegal activities. Laundromat income was used to mask cash-generating illegal activities such as gambling, drugs, weapons sales, or prostitution. Money laundering includes a variety of methods practiced to obscure the or [...]

Rohom Khonsari August 27, 2015

What Are the Different Business Ownership Structures?

Starting a business is the greatest accomplishment in many individuals’ lives. It is the moment when all of their hard work, dedication, and passion come together to create something amazing. However, with new accomplishments come new challenges. It is important that business owners understand which type of structure is best for them if they wish [...]

Rohom Khonsari August 25, 2015

5 Things To Know If You Get Arrested For Drug Possession

Getting arrested for drug possession in Florida is a very serious matter. One of the most common controlled substance charges is possession of pain medication without a prescription, which is a felony charge. Most drug possession charges in the state of Florida are prosecuted as felonies, but each case is unique with respect to the amount of contra [...]

Rohom Khonsari August 23, 2015

Will I Lose My License if I Get a DUI?

According to the Florida Highway Patrol, nearly 76 percent of all Florida residents who are of legal driving age are licensed drivers. If you are like the majority of Florida residents, you probably depend on your license for multiple things, such as getting to work, going to school and running errands. If you have been arrested for driving under t [...]

Rohom Khonsari August 21, 2015

What Is Restitution?

Consider this scenario: the defendant has stolen an expensive watch from an individual. The individual wants the watch back, but the defendant has already sold the watch and can no longer locate it. Since the court cannot order the defendant to return the stolen watch, the court instead orders the defendant to pay the the individual. This payment [...]

Rohom Khonsari August 19, 2015

Five Facts About Medicare Fraud

Medicare fraud is a criminal act that costs the federal health care program billions of dollars in false claims every year. It involves an individual or entity billing the program for medical services that the patient did not receive. This wasted money causes an increase in overall healthcare costs and taxes across the country. There are Different [...]

Rohom Khonsari August 16, 2015

What is the Insanity Defense?

When taking a case to trial, one may be found guilty or in the alternative, if the facts are present, a defendant may be found guilty by reason of insanity. This verdict essentially states that the Defendant committed the crime. However, at the time that the crime was committed, they were not responsible for their actions because of some type of me [...]

Rohom Khonsari August 15, 2015