Teen Facing Manslaughter, DUI Charges

A teenage driver who struck a school bus and pedestrians in Boyle Heights, California is now facing charges of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, vehicular manslaughter and fleeing the scene of an accident. The 17-year-old was reportedly under the influence when he ran a red light and killed an elderly man crossing the street. A number of other people on the bus were injured as well. An investigation is occurring at this time.                

Driving under the influence arrests are serious and can change a person's life if they are found guilty. If you are facing a DUI charge then you will need help resolving this issue because it can be a complicated process. A DUI accident attorney can help you fight to protect your rights and make sure that you receive the best possible outcome for your case.

If you are charged with driving under the influence, you may have to deal with jail time, heavy fines, community service, alcohol education classes and other consequences. These will have a huge effect on your life, but with the help of a DUI lawyer, you can work to lessen these consequences so that you can move forward with your life. Take some time to contact a drunk driving lawyer today to begin discussing the details of your case.