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Snohomish County Vehicular Homicide Defense Attorneys

Vehicle Homicide Defense in Washington State

According to Washington State law, vehicular homicide is the crime of causing an accident resulting in fatalities by operating a motor vehicle in a reckless manner, while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and/or with disregard for the safety of others. You can also be charged if a person was injured in the accident and dies from their injuries within three years. 

If you’re charged, you are facing extremely severe penalties, including substantial prison time. DUIHeroes understands it can be especially difficult to cope with the idea that your actions cost someone their life; we are here to help you through the entire process. To learn your options, contact a Snohomish County defense attorney at once for legal counsel and strong representation.

Call (425) 296-9358 or contact us online to discuss your rights and legal options with a Snohomish County vehicular homicide attorney. Your initial consultation is completely free and confidential.

Penalties for Vehicular Homicide in Washington

Sentencing will be extremely harsh in cases involving drunk driving, prior DUI convictions, or related misdemeanor or felony offenses. A conviction in a vehicular homicide case can result in incarceration for many years. These cases can be extremely complex and require representation from a seasoned attorney.

Vehicular homicide is a Class A felony punishable by:

DUIHeroes can provide the aggressive and understanding representation you need when fighting vehicular homicide charges. Our firm works with a network of expert witnesses and private investigators in each case, allowing us to gather evidence in your favor to weaken the state’s case against you. Our Snohomish County vehicular homicide lawyers can give you informed advice on what to say to law enforcement regarding the accident to prevent further legal problems.

Founding Attorney Jonathan Dichter is a proven litigator with considerable felony case experience and a criminal defense instructor who specializes in DUI investigations and field sobriety testing. In other words, we have the skills, tools, and resources to fight your charges and give you the strongest possible chance of success.

Contact a Snohomish County vehicular homicide lawyer at (425) 296-9358 to discuss the laws pertaining to your case and how best to defend the accusations against you.

Average of 95% of First Offenses Reduced or Dismissed*

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At DUIHeroes, we exclusively defend DUI cases—nothing else. Our attorneys, including two former prosecutors, bring specialized insights and unmatched experience to the courtroom, ensuring you get the best possible defense.

  • Dismissed
    20-YEAR-OLD DEFERRED PROSECUTION DISMISSED
    Client discovered he had a warrant for a 20-year-old deferred prosecution case while traveling internationally. After filing motions and providing the prosecutor and the court information in his defense, the court and the prosecution agreed that he successfully completed the program and the charge was dismissed. - Bothell, WA
  • Amended
    2ND DUI AMENDED TO NON DUI

    Client nearly hit a police officer, refused field tests, and her breath test was twice the legal limit. This was her SECOND OFFENSE. - Lynnwood, WA

  • Amended
    2ND DUI AMENDED TO RECKLESS DRIVING NO JAIL TIME

    Second offense DUI amended to Reckless Driving with no jail time imposed through negotiation with the prosecutors. – Everett, WA

  • Dismissed
    2ND DUI DISMISSED

    Second DUI offense dismissed with prejudice - Everett District Court

  • Amended
    2ND OFFENSE AMENDED TO NEGLIGENT DRIVING 1ST DEGREE - ROLLOVER CRASH

    Second offense rollover accident DUI, client refused breath and field tests. Court found no probable cause for DUI and amended to Negligent Driving 1st degree. - Redmond District Court

  • Amended
    2ND OFFENSE DUI AMENDED

    Second offense DUI amended to Reckless Driving through negotiation with the prosecutors. - Lynnwood, WA

  • Amended
    2ND OFFENSE DUI AMENDED TO NEGLIGENT DRIVING 1ST DEGREE

    Second offense DUI amended to Negligent Driving through negotiation with the prosecutors. - Oak Harbor, WA

  • Amended
    2ND OFFENSE DUI AMENDED TO NEGLIGENT DRIVING 2 INFRACTION
    Client found asleep at the wheel at a gas station. Police assumed impairment and obtained a search warrant for blood. Defense challenged the blood and obtain a reduction to Negligent Driving 2nd Degree traffic infraction with a $250 fine on a 2nd offense DUI! - Mukilteo, WA
  • Amended
    2ND OFFENSE DUI AMENDED TO NON CRIMINAL TRAFFIC TICKET

    Amended to a TRAFFIC TICKET (Negligent Driving Second Degree) through litigation of motions. This was my client's SECOND OFFENSE. - Oak Harbor, WA

  • Amended
    2ND OFFENSE DUI AMENDED TO RECKLESS DRIVING

    Second offense DUI amended to Reckless Driving through negotiation with the prosecutors. – Lynnwood, WA

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