Submit your inquiry to speak to a Senior Lawyer
Our specialist manslaughter lawyers have years of experience acting in high profile cases.
We have an accredited specialist criminal lawyer who can quickly provide advice if you are a suspect in a manslaughter investigation. Often, obtaining advice early can prevent you from being charged.
If you have already been arrested and charged you should consult us immediately. We have a proven track record in defending these charges and obtaining bail where other lawyers have failed.
Section 24 of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) sets out the definition of manslaughter as committing an act that caused a person to die.
This is a strictly indictable charge. As such, it will be finalised in either the District Court or Supreme Court.
You can fight Manslaughter charges in two ways. Firstly, the prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt:
If any of these elements are not made out, then you can be found ‘not guilty’.
Secondly, you can rely on one of the defences.
The following defences to Manslaughter charges apply:
Our team have years of experience in these cases. Many people are not aware that the Crown do not have to prove that you had the intention to kill or cause grievous bodily harm.
Contact us now to speak the best criminal lawyers for manslaughter charges. We can quickly assess what defences are open to you and how to prepare for them.
If you have taken advice and wish to plead guilty, you will then need to prepare for sentencing. You can refer to our general guide.
However, you will need to speak to specialist Manslaughter solicitor for representation in Court and advice specific to your case.
The maximum penalty for Manslaughter is 25 years imprisonment.
The following are potential sentencing options for a charge of Manslaughter:
Every person found guilty of manslaughter has been sentenced to jail. The length of imprisonment ranges from 5 years to 18 years.
Unsurprisingly, jail is inevitable for this offence. That is why it is crucial for you to have Australia’s best criminal lawyers for manslaughter charges fighting for you.
Contact our team so we can begin preparing your defence today.
Is killing someone in a car accident manslaughter?
You can technically be charged with manslaughter for killing someone in a car crash. However, usually Police will prefer a charge of ‘Dangerous Driving Causing Death’ or ‘Negligent Driving Causing Death’.