Beverly Hills Vehicular Manslaughter Lawyer

If you or someone you know has been accused of vehicular manslaughter, it is crucial that you contact an attorney as soon as possible. A lawyer experienced with vehicular manslaughter charges in your area can review your case and determine how to approach your defense, in order to help you avoid the many serious penalties otherwise associated with a conviction of this kind.

At the Law Offices of Robert M. Bernstein, we offer a free initial consultation to discuss your vehicular manslaughter charges. We represent clients throughout all of Beverly Hills and the surrounding areas in Los Angeles County.

About Vehicular Manslaughter

Vehicular manslaughter is a form of criminal homicide that involves causing the unlawful death of another person with a motor vehicle. Typically, vehicular manslaughter involves a person causing an auto accident which results in the death of another driver, passenger, pedestrian, or cyclist. Although the incident may have been entirely accidental, the responsible driver may still find that he or she is facing serious criminal charges because his or her negligence, recklessness or wrongdoing led to the accident. For example, the driver may have been driving under the influence (DUI) at the time of the accident, or he or she may have been speeding, racing, or otherwise violating a traffic law.

In California, vehicular manslaughter may be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the particular circumstances of the case. If charged as a misdemeanor, you may face up to 1 year in county jail, probation for 3 to 5 years, and driver's license suspension. If charged as a felony, you may face up to 4 years in state prison, an additional 3 or 6 years for each additional person who has suffered great bodily injury, an additional 1 year in prison for each additional person who suffers any injury, and a strike on your criminal record under California's Three Strikes Law.

Contact a Beverly Hills Criminal Attorney

Make sure your rights and interests are well-protected throughout the criminal process. Contact Beverly Hills vehicular manslaughter attorney Robert M. Bernstein today for a free consultation.