California Penal Code Section 191.5

Definition

Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated under California Penal Code Section 191.5, is a criminal offence and it is normally filed as either a felony or misdemeanor. Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated is when someone drives a car while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and someone dies as a consequence. 

Elements of the Crime

In order to take an Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated CPC 191.5 case to trial, certain elements of the crime will have to be proven. This includes:

·         That the defendant was under the influence of substances or alcohol while driving

·         That the defendant was driving in ways that were illegal or dangerous

·         This  negligence caused a death

Punishments for CPC 191.5

These penalties are to be determined by a judge and he/she will make a decision based on the circumstances surrounding the case.

When found guilty of Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated, it is usually filed as either a misdemeanor or felony, which includes:

Misdemeanor charges for Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated include up to one year in jail, and up to one thousand dollars in fines. 

Felony charges for Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated include either sixteen months, two or four  years in prison, and up to ten thousand dollars in fines.

Legal Defenses for California Penal Code 191.5

A good lawyer can present many legal and valid defenses for Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated charges under California Penal Code 191.5 to prove someone’s innocence. MacGregor and Collins is based in Orange County, California, and has successfully defended  those who were falsely accused of Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated. Call (949) 250-6097 to speak to a lawyer, should you be on trial for Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated.

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