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Vehicular Manslaughter (Fines and Sentencing)
IF SOMEONE DIES IN A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT AND THE DRIVER WAS ARRESTED FOR DUI - THEY COULD BE FACING VEHICULAR MANSLAUGHTER OR EVEN MURDER CHARGES
Vehicular manslaughter is a very significant and serious crime in California. When someone driving a vehicle kills another in a traffic collision, and if the driving involved an unlawful act, the driver could be charged with vehicular manslaughter. Fines and sentencing for vehicular manslaughter and "Watson" murder cases can vary depending on multiple circumstances. Depending on these circumstances, one can be charged with either a misdemeanor crime or the more harshly punishable felony charge.
In Los Angeles, vehicular manslaughter charges often depend on whether or not the district attorney believes the driver was reckless or grossly negligent in their operation of their motor vehicle, and if drugs or alcohol are involved, additional charges can be brought. Simply being under the influence of drugs or alcohol will not always result in vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence charges. In order for a charge of gross negligence, additional moving violations or ignoring the advice of others not to drive, etc., must also be involved.
Penalties involved with the most serious of California vehicular manslaughter charges can include:
- Up to 10 years in prison
- Suspension/revocation of driving privileges
- Mandatory drug and alcohol counseling
- Probation
- Steep fines
- Community service
- The inability to lawfully own a firearm and obtain certain types of employment
- A permanent mark on their record
- And other criminal penalties
If you or someone you love is facing vehicular manslaughter DUI charges or drunk driving murder charges in Los Angeles, our firm can help. Our experienced Los Angeles DUI DMV hearing lawyers at Takakjian & Sitkoff, LLP offer free initial consultations. We will launch an immediate investigation into the accident, protect your rights at all times, and we will work hard to achieve the best possible outcome for you. To speak with the experienced Los Angeles vehicular manslaughter attorneys at Takakjian & Sitkoff, LLP, call us today!
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