Man Kills Woman in DUI Accident
Posted on Apr 11, 2010 3:25pm PDT
A man will be facing court after killing a woman while he was driving drunk. The drunk driving accident occurred when the elderly woman stopped her car to get out and check her mailbox, and then the man ran into her. The man's blood alcohol level was more than two times the legal limit. The drunk driver is being charged with homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence, homicide by vehicle, aggravated assault by a vehicle while driving drunk, driving under the influence, careless driving and failure to stay in his lane.
Being charged with a DUI can change a person's life in many ways. If you are arrested for drunk driving, you may be facing consequences such as license suspension, jail time, heavy fines, alcohol education classes and community service time. You need to know that you do have rights to protect so that your personal and professional life is not affected by these consequences. It's in your best interest to work with a DUI lawyer who will know what to expect with your case and how to handle this matter. A drunk driving attorney will be able to deal with difficult DMV hearings and court proceedings. You can count on a drunk driving lawyer to always have your best interest in mind. Please take some time today to contact a DUI attorney and begin discussing the details of your case now.