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MANSLAUGHTER
California Penal Code § 192. Manslaughter.
Manslaughter is the unlawful killing of a person without malice. There are three kinds of manslaughter:
(a) Voluntary – happens during a sudden fight or in the heat of passion.
(b) Involuntary – the commission of an illegal act (not a felony); or committing a legal act which could produce an illegal death with recklessness. This subdivision does not apply to acts committed while driving a vehicle.
(c) Vehicular –
(1) Driving a vehicle in the commission of an illegal act (not a felony) with gross negligence; or driving a vehicle in the commission of a legal act which could produce an illegal death, but with gross negligence.
(2) Driving a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol and a) committing an unlawful act (not a felony) without gross negligence; or b) committing a lawful act which could produce an illegal death without gross negligence.
(3) Driving a vehicle where the collision was knowingly caused for financial gain and directly resulted in the death of another person.
Do Not Rely on This Statutory Interpretation. It is for Guidance Only! Make sure you consult the actual California Vehicle Code for the most accurate and current statement of the law.
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