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Causing Death by Careless Driving
Most of us use our cars on a daily basis and some of us spend hours on the roads each week increasing our chances of having an accident.
Typically accidents will be minor but sadly on occasion can cause a fatality or a serious injury.
There are several offences that could be investigated and charged. This table will give you some ideas of the seriousness.
Offences
Maximum Sentence
Minimum Driving Ban
Causing Death by Dangerous Driving
14 years
24 months
Causing Death by Driving While Uninsured, Unlicenced or Disqualified
5 years
12 months
Causing Serious Injury by Dangerous Driving
5 years
24 months
Causing Death by Careless or Inconsiderate Driving
5 years
12 months
Rebecca Freitas
Partner & Solicitor, Criminal Law
Iona Hanrahan
Duty Solicitor, Criminal Law
Jacob Bacon
Associate Solicitor, Criminal Defence
Lily Cheung
Police Station Rep & Senior Associate - Criminal Law