27 February 2004
Dangerous drivers who kill on the roads could be jailed for up to 14 years, Home Secretary David Blunkett announced today.
The maximum sentence for causing death by dangerous driving will increase by four years through the Criminal Justice Act 2003. The increases target joyriders and drivers who kill under the influence of drink or drugs.
The Home Secretary said dangerous drivers who kill should be properly punished.
"This increase sends out a very strong signal about how seriously the Government regards the crime. I hope that people take heed and that we lose fewer lives on the roads as a result."
Drivers who kill on the roads can also be charged with manslaughter which carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonment.
A review of dangerous driving offences is currently underway.
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