References: [1994] RTR 391
Ratio: The offence of motor manslaughter is generally reserved for situations where on the facts there is a very high risk of the driving resulting in death.
This case is cited by:
- Cited – Regina v Shepherd; Regina v Wernet; Attorney General’s References Nos. 14 and 24 of 1993 CACD (Ind Summary 31-Jan-94, Gazette 02-Feb-94, Gazette 26-Jan-94, [1994] 15 CAR (S) 640)
New sentencing guidelines were handed down for the offence of causing death by dangerous driving whilst driving with excess alcohol. The definition and sentence for the offence had been changed. Lord Taylor CJ: ‘Drivers who drive after taking . .
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