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01-19-18, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by jefnvk

I have no idea what Aussie laws are, but in Michigan sentences for hit and run that result in injury are indeed treated differently than those which result in death, both have separate sentencing guidelines: 5 years v 15 years.

Arguing this point would surprise me in no way, as I presume laws are similar there.

Yes, the same is true in Washington and California as well.

Compare it to an assault with a firearm. If the person dies, it’s homicide. If the person does not die, it could be at most attempted murder, but it won’t be homicide. The crimes and punishments would be different.

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