Death By Dangerous Driving

This is the most serious charge a driver can face. These cases are prosecuted in the High Court and if convicted the offence carries a maximum prison sentence of fourteen years and a minimum period of disqualification of 24 months. The driver must re-sit and pass the extended test of competency to drive before he can regain his licence.  For the offence to be committed the manner of driving must have been dangerous and a causal link must exist between the manner of driving and the death itself.  The Crown requires to prove this beyond reasonable doubt.