Shia LaBeouf, Drunk Driving and Car Accidents

Posted on: July 28, 2008 at 8:27 a.m.

In California, a DUI charge brings with it serious consequences, including license suspension, mandatory alcohol meetings, fines and possibly jail time. When coupled with an accident however, the consequences and legal headaches increase exponentially.

Take for example the recent care accident of actor Shia LaBeouf, who was arrested on Sunday, July 27 on suspicion of drunk driving after an early morning car accident in which he was injured, authorities said. The collision happened at 3:00 in Hollywood, wherein Mr. LaBeouf's truck, carrying a passenger, allegedly rolled over. LaBeouf faces misdemeanor DUI charges after he allegedly made an unsuccessful left turn in front of another car. His truck rolled and he sustained an injury to his left hand that required him to have surgery. A female riding with him and the male driver of the other car sustained minor injuries.

In such a case involving Mr. LaBeouf, consequences can be even greater for those who receive a DUI as the result of a traffic "accident." Drivers who were drinking at the time are finding that the courts are placing more of the liability for damages on them, regardless of the circumstances of the traffic incident.

If individuals in the car are injured and wish to press charges, this could lead to criminal negligence and more. If anyone is seriously hurt or even killed, murder or vehicular manslaughter charges will most certainly be brought.

Causing the death of another person because of negligent or reckless driving is defined as vehicular manslaughter. This crime is charged as a felony and can carry a state prison sentence of up to 10 years, depending on the specific situation. A typical charge, in California, will result in up to 4 years in state prison; if gross negligence or extreme recklessness is proven, the sentence may escalate to 10 years in state prison.

The DUI defense attorneys at Kestenbaum, Eisner & Gorin, LLP have handled numerous matters involving DUI charges and can assist anyone facing a DUI, Vehicular Manslaughter or other alcohol related charge.

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