San Diego Vehicular Manslaughter Lawyer

Southern California DUI Attorney

Vehicular manslaughter is related to DUI when a person unintentionally causes the death of another person while driving under the influence – and their actions in driving were negligent or reckless, and/or they broke a traffic law. Vehicular manslaughter is typically charged as a felony with a state prison sentence of up to 4 years, but enhanced penalties may apply to a person who is driving extremely recklessly and who is intoxicated.

With any DUI vehicular manslaughter charge, only a skilled attorney can help you avoid years in a California state prison, away from your friends, your family and your life. Because an experienced attorney will have a good understanding of DUI court procedure and what is needed to prove your side of the story, your chances of a favorable outcome are greatly increased. Accident reconstruction and independent toxicology analysis are two ways your innocence may be proven in your vehicular manslaughter case.

In the blink of an eye, everything you know could change. Because of someone else’s driving or because of unavoidable road or weather conditions, you may have been involved in an accident that caused the death of another person. You may find yourself facing a vehicular manslaughter charge, particularly if you had been drinking (even if your blood alcohol level was well below the legal limit). 

Vehicular Manslaughter Defense

San Diego vehicular manslaughter lawyer James N. Dicks is experienced in manslaughter cases and how they relate to DUI. He knows what to look for in order to find holes in the prosecution’s case and help you avoid a conviction, get alternative sentencing or have your case dismissed altogether. We are dedicated to our clients and will do whatever we can to help you avoid a vehicular manslaughter conviction.

If you have been arrested for vehicular manslaughter in San Diego, Contact us today!