Vehicular Manslaughter – Sentencing & Punishment – California Penal Code Section 192

Vehicular manslaughter is a “wobbler” offense, which is a crime that can be charged as either a felony or a misdemeanor.  Whether you face a felony charge or the less serious misdemeanor charge will likely depend on the facts of your case. Felony vehicular manslaughter is punishable by imprisonment in state prison for two, four, or six years.  Misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter is punishable up to one year in county jail.

Being charged with vehicular manslaughter can have devastating consequences, so it is imperative that you contact an experienced Southern California vehicular manslaughter attorney if you or a loved one is charged with such a crime. Our attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have over 30 years of experience handling vehicular manslaughter cases, and we will work hard to devise your defense strategy and defend your rights. Call us today at 888-280-6839. We will be there when you call.