Death by Dangerous driving Sentence: Law change means dangerous drivers who kill could be jailed for life

Sentencing guidelines updated with the harsher maximum penalty for deaths caused by dangerous or careless driving through drink or drugs

Drivers who kill will face up to life in prison under new rules coming into force this week.

From Tuesday 28 June, Judges will be able to hand down life sentences to dangerous drivers who kill and careless drivers who kill while under the influence of drink or drugs.

The previous sentencing guidelines allowed for a maximum penalty of 14 years.