• Thorny_Insight@lemm.ee
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    1 year ago

    If we’re talking about an honest accident then how long do you think the jail term should be?

    • sbv@sh.itjust.works
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      1 year ago

      “honest accident” is the crux of the question. If the driver was doing everything perfectly and some other party was entirely responsible for the accident, not much (maybe none?).

      But, at least in my corner of Canada, most drivers are not behaving responsibly or adhering to the law. Speeding, following too closely, illegally passing, and using phones while driving are common. If a driver kills someone while doing something overtly dangerous, they deserve jail time.

    • Pyr_Pressure@lemmy.ca
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      1 year ago

      If it were an honest accident then nothing. If it were due to neglect or lack of due diligence then maybe a few months of of weekend jail or month of full time jail.