Carroll County, Coweta, Newnan, Douglas, Douglasville, Paulding, Dallas GA
Allen M. Trapp, Jr., P.C.

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Carroll County, Coweta, Newnan, Douglas, Douglasville, Paulding, Dallas GA
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Vehicular homicide, which is called "homicide by vehicle" in Georgia, is the unlawful killing of another with the use of a vehicle. Neither malice aforethought nor intent to kill is required. Georgia's homicide by vehicle statute provides for a wide range of punishment, depending on the circumstances in which the offense is committed.

First degree homicide by vehicle is a felony. A homicide by vehicle is classified as first degree if the driver:

(1) unlawfully met or overtook a school bus;(2) unlawfully failed to stop after a collision;(3) was driving recklessly;(4) was driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs;(5) failed to stop for, or otherwise was attempting to flee from a law enforcement officer, or(6) had previously been declared a habitual violator.

First degree vehicular homicide is punishable by 3 to 15 years of imprisonment. If the accused had previously been declared a habitual violator, the range of punishment is five to twenty years, and at least one year of the sentence must be served.

Second degree vehicular homicide encompasses all vehicular homicides without intent to kill that involve any other violations of the laws governing the operation of motor vehicles. For example, a death resulting from a failure to yield to oncoming traffic, speeding, or driving too slowly, unless such constituted reckless driving, could be charged as a homicide by vehicle in the second degree.

Second degree vehicular homicide is a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment or other confinement for up to 1 year, a fine of up to $1,000.00, or both. However, at the judge's discretion, punishment may be suspended or a probation sentence may be received.

Regardless of its degree, vehicular homicide is a serious crime with serious consequences for the accused. If you have a vehicular homicide charge pending against you, you need an attorney who will bring in the best accident reconstruction experts, automotive engineers, and forensic toxicologists to serve on your team. Remember, sound legal advice can make a difference in your case.


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