After three children were killed in a drunk driving accident in Miami nearly two years ago, the driver of the vehicle accused of causing the accident was sentenced to nearly 30 years in prison -- 10 years for each child, according to The Miami Herald.
The convicted driver was reportedly driving speeds in excess of 60 MPH. Reports say that he slammed into the back of the family's minivan as they sat at a red light. Officials report he had a blood alcohol level of three-times the legal limit. He pleaded guilty to three counts of DUI manslaughter back in February.
If you're facing DUI charges or DUI manslaughter charges in Fort Lauderdale, Miami or West Palm Beach, it is vital for you to contact a Miami DUI defense attorney. Veteran DUI Lawyer Carlos Canet encourages defendants to seek the advice of an experienced and qualified drunk driving defense attorney as soon as possible after a DUI car accident. This is particularly critical in the wake of a serious or fatal crash. Authorities continue to seek maximum penalties against those who are charged in fatal drunk driving accidents.
A DUI manslaughter attorney can challenge the results of breathalyzer examinations and field sobriety test results. They can examine the actions of the officers at the scene. A veteran attorney may be able to show that the defendant was not responsible for causing the accident, or was only partially at fault. A good defense may be able to reach an agreement with the prosecuting attorney that is in a defendant's best interest, often a much better deal than potential sentencing. An aggressive attorney can examine the training of officers and the maintenance and operation of breathalyzers. Lastly, with the proper evidence and defense, an attorney can work to seek a reduction or dismissal of the charges. An attorney can even fight for alternative sentences.
Most commonly, a defendant will face many years behind bars if found guilty. Prosecutors are often not inclined to strike a deal unless an aggressive defense lawyer backs them down.
While the man accused of causing the accident originally faced 45 years in prison, as the state prosecutors requested, he ended up receiving a 27 year sentence, according to NBC Miami.
Fort Lauderdale DUI Attorney Carlos Canet is an aggressive and experienced drunk driving defense attorney, representing clients facing DUI charges in Fort Lauderdale, Miami and West Palm Beach. Call 866-7ASKDUI to discuss your rights.
