There's been a recent spike in DUI manslaughter arrests in the Tampa Bay area. While a DUI conviction is serious and carries potentially lifelong negative consequences, DUI manslaughter is perhaps one of the most serious charges a person can face. If convicted of the manslaughter charge, the penalty can be as stiff as 15 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine. In addition, a conviction carriest with it permanent driver license revocation. If you've never been convicted of a prior DUI, you may be eligible for a hardship reinstatement after 5 years.
Obviously, the best way to avoid such a charge is avoid drinking and driving in EVERY circumstance. However, if you find yourself charged with any DUI offense, but especially a DUI manslaughter or vehicular homicide, you need to hire a criminal lawyer immediately. In these types of cases, time is of the essence in order to properly defend you and potentially safeguard your freedom and civil liberties.
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