Manslaughter
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It can be a traumatic experience to accidentally cause the death of another
person, but the pursuant criminal trial can be equally traumatizing. The
actual process of a criminal trial can be emotionally taxing, but the
accused will often be forced to deal with their own conscience and emotions
as they move through the case. An experienced
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Texas Manslaughter Charges
Manslaughter is an offense that occurs when reckless or criminally negligent
behavior causes the death of another person. It is considered a form of
homicide, but does not involve intent to kill, like murder would. Manslaughter
is considered a second-degree felony, and can carry heavy penalties.
Vehicular Manslaughter
This form of manslaughter occurs when the defendant is the driver of a
vehicle that causes the death of another person. Commonly this occurs
in fatal car accidents, hit-and-run-accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle
accidents, and motorcycle accidents. When a car is a weapon that causes
the death of another, it is generally considered vehicular manslaughter.
Intoxication Manslaughter
There are a few states, Texas among them, that recognize intoxication manslaughter.
This specific charge is applied when an intoxicated individual causes
the death of another person. A fatal DWI accident, for instance, could
be charged as intoxication manslaughter. Like regular manslaughter, it
is a second-degree felony.
Criminally Negligent Homicide
The state of Texas also recognizes criminally negligent homicide as a form
of manslaughter. When an individual has a duty to protect others or to
perform a service, failure to do so is considered criminally negligent
behavior. When this negligence results in the death of another person,
the negligent party may be charged with criminally negligent homicide.
This may occur when a patient dies as the result of medical negligence,
or when a driver causes a fatal car accident.
Assisted Suicide
In Texas, it is considered an assaultive offense to assist another person
in their own suicide. The penalties of this charge are similar to those
of an assault charge. If the suicide attempt fails without great bodily
harm, it is considered a Class C misdemeanor. It is considered a felony
if the attempt causes great bodily harm or is successful.
Manslaughter Penalties in Texas
Manslaughter charges carry serious penalties, which can be life-changing
for those who are convicted. These charges are considered second degree
felonies and can carry long prison sentences and heavy fines. The circumstances
of the charge will determine the amount of the fine and the length of
imprisonment. Imprisonment can range from 2 to 20 years, and fines may
be up to $10,000.
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Attorney - (973) 330-4050
Manslaughter charges are hard to face, but your emotional turmoil won’t
cause the District Attorney to go easy on you. Your freedom is relying
on your strong defense, which is why it is highly important to contact
a qualified, experienced criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible.
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