The Penalties of a DUI Manslaughter Conviction

If convicted of DUI manslaughter, individuals will be sentenced to a minimum of 4 years in prison. In addition, they will pay fines of at least $1,000. At your own expense, an ignition interlock device (IID) will be placed on your vehicle for a minimum of 6 months. Any previous convictions involving DUIs may increase the penalties—you may serve more time in prison, pay more fines, and suffer consequences such as the IID for longer periods of time.

Second-Degree & First-Degree Felony Charges

DUI manslaughter is classified as either a second-degree felony or first-degree felony, depending on the circumstances of the incident. As required by § 316.062 of Florida law, individuals must administer aid to the other people they are involved in an accident with. The failure to render aid—also known as leaving the scene or hit-and-run—is a criminal offense that could increase the severity of the DUI manslaughter charge.

Tampa Dui Lawyers

However, whether the charge is classified as second-degree or first-degree, DUI manslaughter carries heavy consequences that can change a person’s life. Our Tampa DUI lawyers understand the severity of these charges and takes appropriate action to defend clients against the penalties. Without each individual offense holding up in court, a DUI manslaughter charge may be reduced by contesting the individual counts of reckless driving and DUI.

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