If you are facing a Vehicular Homicide charge, you know you need the absolute best defense lawyer you can get. This is a serious charge with mandatory jail time if found guilty. You need to have a very experienced lawyer to defend you who knows how to successfully fight these cases and protect your rights.
According to Massachusetts vehicular homicide laws, the penalties are as follows:
- Vehicular Homicide while Operating Under the Influence: Mandatory minimum of 2 & 1/2 years in state prison, maximum up to 15 years; or mandatory minimum of 1 year in jail, maximum up to 2 1/2 years; substantial fines and license revoked for life.
- Vehicular Homicide while Operating to Endanger only: Mandatory minimum of 30 days in jail, maximum up to 2 1/2 years; substantial fines, and license loss for 15 years.
- (as of 10/28/05) Manslaughter by Motor Vehicle carries a minimum mandatory sentence of 5 years in jail.
Some of these are new changes to the laws as a result of Melanie’s Law.
Nearly half of all vehicular homicides in MA are alcohol related.
More info on the difference between Motor Vehicle Homicide and Vehicular Manslaughter in Massachusetts.
Additional Massachusetts Vehicular homicide information here.
Legal Consultation on Massachusetts Vehicular Homicide Laws
Please contact me to discuss your vehicular manslaughter or motor vehicle homicide case. Anytime someone dies as a result of an accident in Massachusetts, the police and prosecutors take a hard look at the situation, and may be inclined to pursue legal action even when the justification or intent may not be clear. With such a serious charge, you’ll probably want to speak to several lawyers to decide who can best represent you. Call me and I’ll talk to you about your case, and I’ll also refer you to other top lawyers so you can make the best decision possible for your defense.
With any charge as serious as vehicular homicide, vehicular manslaughter, motor vehicle homicide, attempted murder, or involuntary manslaughter, there is no time to waste in preparing your defense. If you’ve been involved in a person’s death while driving a motor vehicle, whether or not alcohol or a DUI is involved, call for a consultation now. I guarantee absolute confidentiality, whether you choose to hire me or not.
Sincerely,
Russell Matson, Attorney at Law
(781) 380-7730
