(Sacramento, California) On October 24th, a soccer game was taking place at a field just near Las Palmas Elementary School when a vehicle struck a woman and her child, resulting in death and minor injuries.
The woman was in critical injuries and sent to the hospital but was later pronounced dead. Her child sustained minor injuries. Her 10-year-old was in a soccer team where the scene of the crash had occurred, according to Gael Vasquez who’s a soccer coach for the child.
The driver involved in the collision remained at the scene, with authorities still investigating the crash. It has not been confirmed whether the driver involved was arrested.
Legal Analysis on the Las Palmas Avenue Crash
Because the woman and child were struck, it’s possible that the driver will face serious consequences. Based on the given information, the driver may have been impaired causing the driver to strike the woman and child off the road. This may give investigators a reason to review the DUI laws. It’s also possible that the driver was being negligent, to which laws involving reckless driving could be considered. Investigators may then review penal laws in regard to consequences the driver may face
When it comes to driving under the influence, investigators may review California Vehicle Code 21352. This law prohibits driving under the influence of any alcoholic beverages as well as drugs. If proven to be a factor, investigators may review California Penal Code 191.5 to which it discusses imprisonment. In this case, the driver could face 4 to 10 years in the state prison.
Because the driver struck the woman and her child, the driver violated California Penal Code 192 to which it discusses what is considered to be vehicular homicide such as committing a lawful or unlawful act that produces death. The driver may face 4 to 6 years in a county jail, specified under California Penal Code 193.
Advice to the Family
If you were related to the woman and the child, we understand how difficult it is to lose a loved one, let alone a child losing a mother so unexpectedly. Contacting a counselor or loved one is important during this difficult time. If you are planning to take legal action by filing a wrongful death claim, contacting a legal attorney can help you with the process to get your loved one’s justice.
Have any concerns about navigating the legal process surrounding this incident? call 866-883-4318 to speak with a lawyer.
