[Merged] N/S- Henry Ruggs car accident in Vegas (update from old thread)

How do they determine the length of sentence? I mean what would qualify for a higher sentence than Ruggs right now?

The first question is what will the charges be - the charge will be what sets the range for sentencing. I haven't looked at the statutes but read that there is a lesser charge of vehicular manslaughter that could allow Ruggs to avoid jail time under the right circumstances. Based on his speed and BAC, I have a hard time believing that the prosecutors would elect to do that.

I'm not sure what the more aggravated charges are - some states have statutes that are pretty tough on DUI fatalities.