Alabama HB243 amends manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide laws, and motor vehicle accident penalties, and provides for restitution.
Alabama HB243 amends the definitions and penalties for manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. It specifies that manslaughter is a Class B felony if caused by driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance. Criminally negligent homicide is a Class A misdemeanor, but a Class C felony if caused by a driver under the influence. The bill also increases penalties for motor vehicle accident violations resulting in death or serious injury.
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