Maximum sentence for causing death through dangerous driving to increase in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland’s justice minister Naomi Long. Photo: Niall Carson/PA

Northern Ireland’s justice minister Naomi Long. Photo: Niall Carson/PA

Wed, 17 Feb, 2021 - 19:22
Michael McHugh, PA

The maximum sentence for causing death through dangerous driving should be increased from 14 to 20 years, Northern Ireland’s Justice Minister said.

Longer disqualification periods are also proposed.

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