Vehicular Homicide/Assault

Kitsap County Vehicular Homicide/Assault Attorney

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What is Vehicular Homicide/Assault?

Vehicular Assault is a Class B felony punishable up to 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine. Vehicular Homicide is a Class A felony punishable up to life in prison and a $50,000 fine.
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How is Vehicular Assault Defined?

The methods of proving vehicular homicide are similar to those of vehicular assault.

01 he or she operates or drives any vehicle:

  • (a) In a reckless manner and causes substantial bodily harm to another; or
  • (b) While under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any drug, as defined by RCW 46.61.502, and causes substantial bodily harm to another; or
  • (c) With disregard for the safety of others and causes substantial bodily harm to another.

02 Vehicular assault is a class B felony punishable under chapter 9A.20 RCW.

03 As used in this section, “substantial bodily harm” has the same meaning as in RCW 9A.04.110.

Consequences of Vehicular Assault or Homicide

A conviction for vehicular assault or homicide can bring serious consequences some of which include:
  • Jail or prison time;
  • Loss of License;
  • Fines;
  • Felony conviction and all the related consequences;
  • Loss of right to vote;
  • Loss of right to bear arms;
  • Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Evaluation;
  • Probation;
  • Immigration consequences;
  • A conviction could affect one’s ability to get student loans or other public benefits.
  • Jail or prison time;
  • Loss of License;
  • Fines;
  • Felony conviction and all the related consequences;
  • Loss of right to vote;
  • Loss of right to bear arms;
  • Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Evaluation;
  • Probation;
  • Immigration consequences;
  • A conviction could affect one’s ability to get student loans or other public benefits.

What Should You Do Next If You Are Accused?

If you have been accused of vehicular assault in Kitsap County, Washington, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney who is knowledgeable and aggressive not only of the law but also of Kitsap County courts, prosecutors, and judges. At Pimentel & Associates, we have been handling driving-related offenses for over 25 years. Our attorneys have handled cases with every prosecutor and in front of every judge in the County. Our criminal defense attorneys know traffic offense criminal law, and we have worked with everyone involved in your case—call (360) 329-6699 day or night to schedule a free evaluation.
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