The Khonsari Law Firm Blog

Florida Jury Rules For Medical Marijuana in Landmark Case

Although the constitutional amendment that would legalize the use of medical marijuana did not sway enough voters last November, a recent verdict could be a sign of what is to come for medical marijuana in Florida. A jury recently acquitted Jesse Teplicki of growing marijuana after finding he has a medical “need” for the drug. Teplicki, who is [...]

Rohom Khonsari April 30, 2015

Can I Be Arrested For My Fake ID?

Each year, fake IDs (identification cards) are used all around the world. While underage college students trying to buy alcohol use some fake IDs, some use them with a more malicious intent. In any case, possessing and using a fake ID is illegal and can result in serious consequences, including jail time. If you are in possession of a fake ID or ar [...]

Rohom Khonsari April 29, 2015

Am I Liable If I Get In an Accident in Someone Else’s Car?

When a friend, family member or coworker lends you their car, you likely take extra caution on the road. After all, calling them to say you were in an accident with their vehicle would be terrible! Unfortunately, accidents can happen no matter how careful you are, even when you are not driving your own car. After getting in an accident while drivi [...]

Rohom Khonsari April 28, 2015

4 Legal Drugs More Deadly Than Marijuana

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tobacco usage caused more than 480,000 deaths in 2013 alone, followed by alcohol, which caused approximately 26,654 deaths. Meanwhile, the recorded deaths for marijuana usage were zero. A recent study published by Scientific Reports highlights that many drugs that are legal in the Unite [...]

Rohom Khonsari April 27, 2015

How DUI Tactics Can Land You in Jail

In early January, a video of a Florida DUI checkpoint in Levy County went viral. In the video, a driver approaches a DUI checkpoint and displays a flyer, which reads: “I remain silent, no searches, I want my lawyer.” Also displayed in the video is a plastic bag containing the driver’s license, registration and insurance information. Upon rea [...]

Rohom Khonsari April 16, 2015

What is Criminal Intent?

As in most jurisdictions, Florida law recognizes two basic categories of criminal intent: general intent and specific intent. Despite some differences between the two types of intent, prosecutors must prove that the defendant knowingly and intentionally committed unlawful acts to cause foreseeable consequences in order to gain a conviction. General [...]

Rohom Khonsari April 15, 2015

What Are the Penalties for a Theft Charge in Florida?

After being accused of a crime, many defendants find themselves wondering “now what?” They want to know what is going to happen next, and what sentencing they might expect. There are several possible outcomes to a theft charge. What penalties, if any, you receive will all depend on what kind of theft you are being accused of, and if you have a [...]

Rohom Khonsari April 14, 2015

How an Attorney Can Help: Car Accidents

After a car accident, you are left with a lot of questions. What is going to happen to my car? How will I pay for my injuries? What will happen if I need to take off work? Who can I rely on to get me through this? It can seem overwhelming at times, especially if you try to handle your personal injury case on your own. You need someone who can help [...]

Rohom Khonsari April 13, 2015

How to Stay Out of Jail This Saint Patrick’s Day

For many, St. Patrick’s Day is a time to celebrate Irish culture, spend time with family, and maybe enjoy a few drinks with friends. However, what starts as an innocent and fun night could easily turn into a trip to jail if you are not careful. Over the years, St. Patrick’s Day has become synonymous with binge drinking and debauchery. As such, [...]

Rohom Khonsari March 13, 2015

How an Attorney Can Help: Medical Malpractice

When we have a medical procedure performed, we expect it to heal us -- not hurt us. Physicians and other medical practitioners are supposed to be people we can trust with our lives. We put our faith in them to treat us with diligence and care. Unfortunately, things do not always turn out as expected. Doctors, like all human beings, occasionally ma [...]

Rohom Khonsari March 11, 2015