Criminal Defense: Vehicular Manslaughter

Experienced criminal lawyers who know DUI defense are essential if you have been arrested for a violation under the Penal Code for manslaughter.

The California Supreme Court has held that an intoxicated driver who kills another person may not be charged with that death under the Vehicle Code, but may only be charged under the Penal Code's manslaughter statutes.

The Legislature has distinguished between vehicular manslaughter and felony drunk driving by defining vehicular manslaughter as an act of violence punishable under the Penal Code, while defining felony drunk driving punishable under the Vehicle Code.

If you or a loved one has been arrested for vehicular manslaughter, contact experienced criminal lawyers.