If a car accident results in a death, the driver responsible for the accident could be facing charges of vehicular manslaughter. A charge of vehicular manslaughter an turn your life upside down. If convicted, you will be facing steep fines, a prison sentence, or both. If you have been charged with vehicular manslaughter, do not hesitate to consult with our skilled Manhattan criminal defense lawyers at The Law Offices Rothman, Schneider, Soloway & Stern. 

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Penalties for Vehicular Manslaughter

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In New York, a vehicular manslaughter offense can be charged in the second degree, first degree, or as aggravated vehicular homicide. These can apply to violations while operating a car, boat, snowmobile, or other motor vehicles. The severity of punishment for vehicular manslaughter depends on the actual offense and many other circumstances, such as whether the accused was a juvenile, is considered to be a habitual DUI offender, or had prior convictions. In general, the penalties imposed are as follows: