At The McDaniel Law Firm, we know facing serious criminal charges like Vehicular Homicide can be incredibly confusing and frightening. Our expert defense attorneys in Memphis will help you understand your charges and determine your options. Our attorneys will work with you to develop an aggressive defense strategy that delivers the best possible outcome.
A conviction for Vehicular Homicide can have serious consequences, including the loss of your driving privilege and a permanent criminal record. You need an experienced attorney to provide an aggressive defense on your behalf.
A conviction for Vehicular Homicide can have serious consequences, including the loss of your driving privilege and a permanent criminal record. You need an experienced attorney to provide an aggressive defense on your behalf.
Vehicular Homicide Laws in Tennessee
The State of Tennessee defines Vehicular Homicide as the reckless killing of another individual while driving a motor vehicle. Tennessee Law maintains that the defendant must have acted in a way that created a substantial risk of death or serious bodily injury, been under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or illegally drag racing. In recent years, our office has represented several individuals that were not intoxicated and were not drag racing but the State of Tennessee alleged they were driving in a manner alleged to be “reckless driving.” This has become a very gray area in the law. If you find yourself charged with vehicular homicide under such conditions, it is essential that you have an attorney with the expertise and experience to address these serious charges.
Possible Consequences for a Vehicular Homicide Conviction
In Tennessee, Vehicular Homicide can be charged as a Class B, Class C, or Class D felony, depending on the circumstances and where the accident occurred. The specific charge, situation, and whether the individual has any prior convictions can influence the potential sentence. All vehicular homicide convictions involve the possibility of time in prison, large fines, and possible suspension of the person’s driver’s license for three to ten years.
The classifications and possible consequences of a vehicular homicide
conviction depend on the unique circumstances and include the following:
conviction depend on the unique circumstances and include the following:
- Construction Zone – A Class D felony with 2-12 years in prison and fines of up to $5,000
- Intoxication – A Class B felony with 8-30 years in prison and up to $25,000 in fines
- Aggravated Charges – When the defendant is intoxicated and has prior convictions, charges can be elevated to a Class A felony with penalties that include 15-60 years in prison and fines up to $50,000
- Drag Racing – A Class C felony with 3-15 years in prison and fines up to $10,000
- Substantial risk of Death or Serious Injury – A Class C felony with a 3-15 year prison sentence and up to $10,000 in fines.
Protect Your Future With a Strong Defense
The McDaniel Law Firm has over 37 years of experience and the legal skills to effectively fight any criminal charges you may face. We will work hard to resolve these charges and will work aggressively to achieve the best possible outcome for your case.
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