Involuntary manslaughter charges can ruin your life. Living with the guilt of your actions is a heavy enough burden, but the state and the court may also try to send you to prison. If you’ve been accused of involuntary manslaughter after a car crash, it’s vital that you hire an expert criminal defense attorney. Their knowledge and experience can help reduce the charges and penalties you face. The Charges If you were involved in a car crash that caused death, the charges you face can depend on whether or not your driving was considered reckless. If the court determines you were intoxicated or otherwise operating your vehicle recklessly, you will face a class B felony charge for vehicular homicide. Your strongest defense is to have a skilled attorney prove that you were not reckless at the time of the collision. This can reduce your charges to a class C felony. The Penalties The differences between class C and class B penalties are night and day. Class C felonies have sentences that range from 3–15 years and fines of up to $10,000. Class B felonies, on the other Proving You Weren’t Reckless Helps Your Case Vehicular Homicide:
hand, have sentences of 8–30 years in prison and fines of up to $25,000. Comparatively, class C is definitely preferred over class B, and your chance of avoiding incarceration is much better. Every case has its own factors and details to consider. Helping you prove that your driving was not reckless is just one example of how a competent and experienced defense attorney can reduce the severe charges against you. Accusations of vehicular homicide are serious, and you need to do all you can to defend yourself and your freedoms. Avoiding putting yourself in the situation of being arrested is the best solution. DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE and NEVER TEXT AND DRIVE. If you or a loved one are facing these serious charges, call us at 423-267-6715. Our expert attorneys will listen to your unique situation and help you defend these charges.
Turkey & Broccoli Pasta With This simple, delicious recipe only takes 20 minutes from start to finish. It’s also a great way to encourage kids to eat their broccoli. The next time you make pasta, leave the canned sauce in the pantry and make this instead!
(Recipe inspired by realsimple.com.)
• 3/4 pound pasta (shells or orecchiette) • 2 cups broccoli florets • 3 tablespoons olive oil • 1 pound ground turkey Ingredients
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper • Salt • Parmesan cheese
1. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Add broccoli when pasta is 1 minute from done. Drain both and return to pot. 2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the turkey, garlic, crushed red pepper, and a pinch of salt. Cook while breaking up meat with a wooden spoon for 3–5 minutes. 3. Combine turkey with pasta and broccoli mixture, adding the remaining olive oil as you stir. Serve in bowls topped with Parmesan cheese. Directions
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