Florida Vehicular Homicide Lawyer For Your Felony DUI & Traffic Defense

Vehicular homicide is among the most serious traffic-related felonies in Florida. What separates vehicular homicide from manslaughter is that vehicular manslaughter stems from willful disregard of other people’s safety; vehicular homicide charges can arise from either DUI or reckless driving accusations. If you are convicted of vehicular homicide, it can have life-altering consequences. These consequences include years in prison, steep fines, and a permanent felony record.

The Kessler Law Firm understands that you have a great deal at stake if you are facing vehicular homicide charges. Board-certified criminal trial lawyer Michael Kessler has over four decades of experience representing clients accused of DUI and traffic-related felonies. He will advocate for your future and reputation with sharp, personalized legal defense, and protect your freedom as if it were his own.

Consequences of Vehicular Homicide

Vehicular homicide charges carry incredibly high stakes. If you are convicted of vehicular homicide in Florida, you can face up to 15 years in prison, 30 years if the prosecutor classifies it as a first-degree felony. Your driver’s license will be revoked, and you will have a lifelong felony record. You may also owe fines of up to $10,000.

Defense Strategies

Vehicular homicide charges require a strategic defense, as prosecutors will also build a robust defense. Our proven defense strategies include:

Challenging Evidence of Recklessness or Impairment

Vehicular homicide is defined by recklessness and disregard for others’ safety. There may be insufficient evidence to prove recklessness or impairment. When it comes to proving impairment, DUI chemical and field tests are flawed. Environmental factors, medical conditions, lab management, and other factors can make blood, breath, and urine test results unreliable and inadmissible as evidence.

Accident Reconstruction Analysis

When the state reconstructs the accident, there may be flaws in their version of events. Witness statements and police conclusions may be inaccurate, inconsistent, or outright untrue. Mistakes are made in the reconstruction process. We will search for weaknesses in the accident reconstruction to advocate on your behalf.

Constitutional Rights

If law enforcement stopped you without reasonable cause or subjected you to an illegal search and seizure, your constitutional rights may have been violated. Violation of your constitutional rights can factor into negotiating lesser charges.

Negotiating Reduced Charges

We will strive to reduce felony exposure by negotiating for reduced charges and lesser penalties.

Why Choose Kessler Law Firm?

Facing vehicular homicide charges can feel like your entire life is completely out of your control. The Kessler Law Firm understands the gravity of the situation and is here to advocate for you.

Florida DUI lawyer Michael Kessler is a proven attorney with over 40 years of criminal defense experience throughout the Treasure Coast. Michael’s reputation as a relentless advocate for his clients is demonstrated in the results. When the stakes are high, the Kessler Law Firm provides keen, comprehensive representation with defense strategies uniquely tailored to your case.

Whether it’s challenging faulty breathalyzer results or dismantling weak prosecutions, the Kessler Law Firm will fight for you when your future is on the line.