Los Angeles DUI Fatality Defense Attorneys
DUI Fatalities – Vehicular Manslaughter Charges
The incredible stress of a car accident is multiplied when a death is involved. It's difficult to fully grasp the situation, but it should be emphasized that it is very serious to be charged with Vehicular Manslaughter in connection with a fatal accident. Obtaining excellent legal counsel to help you during this tough time is crucial.
Stricter DUI Penalties
Thousands of dollars in penalties and years in jail are both strong possibilities, if you are convicted in a fatal Los Angeles DUI accident. Judges sometimes view these penalties as a way to deter others from drinking and driving. Fatal accidents tend to receive a lot of attention from the media, and though each defendant is innocent until proven guilty, the court of public opinion is usually on the victim's side.
Civil damages for pain and suffering will also likely be higher if the driver is found to be driving under the influence and causing a traffic collision which results in death. That's part of the reason why it is imperative to launch a strong defense against felony DUI or Vehicular Manslaughter charges. Police must adhere to a host of laws and procedures in determining whether a driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time of the fatal DUI accident. If any of these guidelines were violated, a strong case can be made to defend these serious charges.
DUI Enforcement is Up – You are a Bigger Target
Law enforcement is stepping up their battle against drug and alcohol use. Advocacy groups have launched campaigns to ensure that enforcement is more strict and penalties become increasingly harsh. While this may keep the streets safer, it also means that more people may be falsely charged with Vehicular Manslaughter in Los Angeles and suffer unjustified consequences.
More than 1.4 million people were charged with drunk driving last year alone. It's a common crime, but one that can affect every aspect of your life. There are many considerations in any DUI case that are magnified to a higher level in a fatal accident case, such as whether the case should be handled through a plea bargain or should go to trial. As former deputy district attorneys, and for over twenty years as Los Angeles DUI defense lawyers, we have handled many fatal DUI crashes or Vehicular Manslaughter cases. Finding a lawyer that understands the needs of your Vehicular Manslaughter case is essential to mounting an effective defense. Call us for a free initial consultation.
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